海地巫毒旗帜：针线缝制的信仰与身份符号
On the Caribbean island of Haiti, a vibrant tradition of textile art pulses with spiritual energy. Drapo vodou — ceremonial flags covered in glittering sequins and beads — serve as visual prayers, connecting worshippers with the spirits, or lwa, of the Vodou religion. These flags are far more than mere decoration; they are functional objects that mark sacred space and honour divine forces.
Making a drapo vodou is a painstaking process that blends craft with devotion. Artisans first sketch a pattern on velvet or cotton, then stitch each sequin and bead by hand. A single flag can contain thousands of tiny pieces, sewn in concentric patterns, zigzag lines, or images of saints, snakes, and mermaids. The work demands patience and precision; a small flag might take weeks to complete, a large one several months.
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