Haitian Voodoo Flag by Jean Baptiste Jean Joseph

This is a striking work of art by Hatian artist and Voodoo priest Jean Baptiste Jean Joseph. It is a hand-stitched cloth Voodoo flag depicting two fighting cocks. It measures 38 1/2" by 24 1/4". Below is a blurb about the artist that I snatched from the internet:

Alongside art, Jean Baptiste is also a highly esteemed vodou priest. He was identified as a priest back in 1991 and has been conducting ceremonies ever since.

Vodou flags have a long history in Haitian vodou culture. Traditionally, vodou flags were used to decorate the site where a ceremony was taking place or were worn on the backs of participants in a vodou dance. Today, these amazing pieces of art are being used as decoration and are displayed on people’s walls. One flag can take anywhere from 2-6 weeks to make and Jean Baptiste is a leader in innovative designs.
Some of Jean Baptiste’s pieces go for thousands of dollars to wealthy tourists and art collectors who come specifically to Haiti to buy his art. Thankfully, his fame and fortune has  brought attention to Haiti’s artisans and has helped his community thrive.