Roots of Her Identity, 2026
Ayobami Raphael  

Painting : acrylic, charcoal · 61 x 46 x 4 cm 24 x 18.1 x 1.6 inch

€1,100 1 100 €

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Painting : Unique artwork

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Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed

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61 x 46 x 4 cm 24 x 18.1 x 1.6 inch Height x Width x Depth

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Description

This piece celebrates African heritage, cultural identity, and the beauty of embracing where we come from. Through the portrait of a young girl, I explore the connection between tradition, identity, and the changing world around us. Her natural hair and cultural adornments symbolize pride in her roots, while the city in the background represents growth, change, and the journey of a new generation.

As an artist, I wanted this piece to communicate a quiet but powerful truth: we can move forward without losing the parts of ourselves that brought us here. In a world that often encourages people to change who they are to fit in, embracing one’s identity becomes an act of courage. Our roots are not limitations; they are foundations from which we grow, discover ourselves, and define our place in the world.

Portrait

African artworks

figurative

Africa

Children

Young girl

Realism

Hair

Sky blue

Pink

Ayobami Raphael, Roots of Her Identity

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