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The colourful costume on display in Weston Library is 'Shaggy Bear', created by musician and artist Peter Brathwaite. 'Rooted in West African masquerade traditions, each of the colourful strands represents the spirit of a departed ancestor', says Peter.

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'For me, Shaggy symbolises the 'mischief', shaking up the archives to unearth silenced narratives. He opens up doors to remembrance, celebration and justice'. (📸 Ian Wallman)

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