Libby Bove is a multi-disciplinary artist whose work is centred around positioning folk custom and magical practice back at the forefront of daily life.
The Roadlore Archive contains artefacts and documents relating to Roadside Magic. The term ‘Roadside Magic’ relates to the study of folk ritual, plant knowledge and magic, in the repair, maintenance and operation of vehicles. It also encompasses practices associated with journey-making of all kinds, whether by foot, hoof or handcart.
Within the vitrine you will find a series of vehicular charms and objects of practical ritual. Many of these smaller objects would be used daily by individuals for protective or remedial uses. Other Items would have been part of grand celebrations, playing integral roles in the seasonal rituals of the road.
On the rail are a number of replica Roadlore folk costumes including Cone Dancers, Guise Blessers, Roadside Rescue practitioners and Gasket Dancers. The Garage pictured on the backdrop is situated in Twerton and has a long-standing history of Roadside Magic.
The screens show two films, one of archival imagery, the other, a wide selection of documented artefacts. These have both been created by The Museum of Roadside Magic, with an aim to share the richness of this little-known culture to an audience far and wide.
