The Jungle-style Thread - Pop Culture Iconography of the Dark Continent - General Tiki

MN Mister Naufrago Tiki Socialite Spain Joined: May 20, 2008 Posts: 214	MN Mister Naufrago Posted posted on Tue, Dec 1, 2009 1:09 PM On 2009-12-01 08:54, Pikeys Dog wrote: It must have been a European phenomena, as figurines, wall masks and all manner of 'black African' ware were sold in the UK during the late 50s - early 60s. Next time I'm out round the Antique stalls I'll take a few snaps to back the statement up. Sure. A strong fad in Spain too during the 50´s/60´s. So strong, that believe it or not, even plastic versions of this ceramics were produced, like this one: Spanish plaster wall plaque I´m a German's exotic ceramics recovering addict. Because of Bigbro´s post I´m in serious danger of a relapse. For the moment just undusted a couple of my favorite pieces. Ashtray with impressive smoke through the mouth effect. And figurine that combines ceramic, wood and metal.

On 2009-12-01 08:54, Pikeys Dog wrote:
It must have been a European phenomena, as figurines, wall masks and all manner of 'black African' ware were sold in the UK during the late 50s - early 60s.

Next time I'm out round the Antique stalls I'll take a few snaps to back the statement up.

Sure.
A strong fad in Spain too during the 50´s/60´s.
So strong, that believe it or not, even plastic versions of this ceramics were produced, like this one:

Spanish plaster wall plaque

I´m a German's exotic ceramics recovering addict.
Because of Bigbro´s post I´m in serious danger of a relapse.
For the moment just undusted a couple of my favorite pieces.

Ashtray with impressive smoke through the mouth effect.

And figurine that combines ceramic, wood and metal.

Post #496645 by Mister Naufrago on Tue, Dec 1, 2009 1:09 PM