Aside from being known as the Queen of Voodoo, during the 1820’s and 1830’s, Marie Laveau had also worked as a liquor importer according to some business records.

In rituals of voodoo, birds hold a sacred spiritual significance, like all animals. Magic participants often transform into birds and other creatures as a means of healing. Birds are the souls of humans who have reached a high state of perfection. They represent the process of opening to a higher wisdom and knowledge. Birds have the ability to walk on earth, float on water and ascend into the air. This is thought to be the state of ultimate earthly freedom; to be a creature that is of the air, land and water.

The pairing of the robin in this vintage inspired cognac poster with the voodoo priestess is all the more powerful.

Silkscreen ink and polymer paint

Printed on cotton backed vinyl wallpaper

39.5 x 42 in