beneath the blushing drapes
a contoured veil to cast
the spell of unfurled petticoats
and bawl gowns shaped to glee
unbreeched baby
in this reeling rite reversal
feet bare and palms to the sun
whirling between twiss and always
© Curtis Ackie 2022
Shahzia Sikander, Cholee Kay Peechay Kya? Chunree Kay Nichay Kya? (What is Under the Blouse? What is Under the Dress?) (1997)
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