Traditional Mas Highlights- Shortknee- Victoria, St.MarksThe mask-wearing Shortknee is one of the most compelling icons of Pure Grenada's Spicemas Carnival .
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Traditional Mas Highlights- Shortknee- Victoria, St.Marks
The mask-wearing Shortknee is one of the most compelling icons of Pure Grenada's Spicemas Carnival .
The word Shortknee is a clear reference to the mas’ knee breeches (trousers extending down to or just below the knee) which, like its bodice, are made of brightly coloured cotton fabric. The Shortknee's bodice is fitted with overlong bag sleeves and these are fastened at the wrists. The front and back of the bodice are "dressed up" with tiny mirrors. Though decorative in part, these mirrors function essentially as talismans, for they "protect" the wearer by "reflecting" his enemies.
Fun facts: The shortknee carry powder which they throw into the air. They also make up chants and songs about social issues.
Book now to witness this spectacle in Pure Grenada!
The mask-wearing Shortknee is one of the most compelling icons of Pure Grenada's Spicemas Carnival .
The word Shortknee is a clear reference to the mas’ knee breeches (trousers extending down to or just below the knee) which, like its bodice, are made of brightly coloured cotton fabric. The Shortknee's bodice is fitted with overlong bag sleeves and these are fastened at the wrists. The front and back of the bodice are "dressed up" with tiny mirrors. Though decorative in part, these mirrors function essentially as talismans, for they "protect" the wearer by "reflecting" his enemies.
Fun facts: The shortknee carry powder which they throw into the air. They also make up chants and songs about social issues.
Book now to witness this spectacle in Pure Grenada!