early 1900s onwards · Dakar, Saint-Louis and Thiès · SenegalLiving tradition
Senegalese glass painting (sous-verre)
The movement
Senegalese glass painting (sous-verre)
early 1900s onwards · Dakar, Saint-Louis and Thiès · Senegal
Painting on the back of glass, used in Senegal since the early 20th century for portraits, Muslim saints such as Amadou Bamba, scenes of daily life, folktales and humour.
What to look for
Reverse painting on glass with bright flat colour and black outline; text and decoration; small, framed pictures.
Masters of the school
- Gora Mbengue reference ↗
- Mor Gueye reference ↗
- Anta Germaine Gaye reference ↗
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