Jean Terry Efiaimbelo at Galerie Perrotin

Inspired by traditional grave-marking sculpture, Late Malagasy artist Jean-Jacques Efiaimbelo’s artistic practice continues in the vibrant work of his male descendants.  Galerie Perrotin’s beautifully installed selection of symbolically rich figurative scenes, carved from the sacred wood Mendorave, includes this sculpture of a music group.  Somber but lively, the musicians play Tsapiky music – popular at funerals and other ceremonies.  (On view on the Lower East Side through August17th).

Jean Terry Efiaimbelo, Tsapiky music band, wood, paint, 69 11/16 x 21 ¼ x 7 7/8 inches, 2016.