Soul gazing,
2022
Oluwafemi Akanmu
Painting : acrylic, pencil, charcoal
83.8 x 68.6 x 2.5 cm 33 x 27 x 1 inch
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Dimensions cm • inch
83.8 x 68.6 x 2.5 cm 33 x 27 x 1 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Not framed
Artwork sold in perfect condition
Artwork location: Nigeria
Oluwafemi Akanmu is a Nigerian artist known for his exceptional talent in creating striking artworks that reflect the beauty and complexity of African culture. "Soul Gazing" is one of his most captivating works, featuring a bald woman with a beaded necklace looking sideways. This painting is a powerful representation of the strength, beauty, and resilience of women.
The painting depicts a woman with a bald head, a symbol of strength and courage in many cultures. Her eyes are fixed to the side, as if gazing into the distance, lost in her own thoughts. She wears a beaded necklace, which adds an element of elegance and beauty to the painting. The beads themselves are intricately crafted, reflecting the artist's attention to detail and his appreciation for traditional African art forms.
The woman's face is beautifully rendered, with smooth lines and delicate features. Her skin is a warm brown tone, with a subtle glow that suggests inner peace and contentment. The artist's use of color is striking, with warm earth tones dominating the painting. The background is a deep green, which contrasts beautifully with the warm tones of the woman's skin and the beads of her necklace.
"Soul Gazing" is a painting that speaks to the inner strength and beauty of women. The woman's bald head is a symbol of courage and resilience, while her gaze suggests a deep sense of introspection and contemplation. The beaded necklace, meanwhile, adds an element of beauty and elegance to the painting, reminding us that even in the face of adversity, women can still find ways to express their inner beauty and grace.
In the colony of billions of cells
That form my body,
Each cell has a soul of its own,
I search for my soul
I search and fail to find a place
Where my soul would govern my life.
For every living entity at a basic level
That gives me life as a separate existence.
Only united under the association
For survival in a certain way, a human way
Overall, "Soul Gazing" is a testament to Akanmu's skill as an artist and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. Through his use of color, composition, and brushwork, he has created a work of art that is both visually stunning and emotionally powerful. It is a painting that speaks to the inner strength, beauty, and resilience of women, and reminds us of the power of art to inspire, uplift, and transform.
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This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy.
Signed on the front side and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
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The painting depicts a woman with a bald head, a symbol of strength and courage in many cultures. Her eyes are fixed to the side, as if gazing into the distance, lost in her own thoughts. She wears a beaded necklace, which adds an element of elegance and beauty to the painting. The beads themselves are intricately crafted, reflecting the artist's attention to detail and his appreciation for traditional African art forms.
The woman's face is beautifully rendered, with smooth lines and delicate features. Her skin is a warm brown tone, with a subtle glow that suggests inner peace and contentment. The artist's use of color is striking, with warm earth tones dominating the painting. The background is a deep green, which contrasts beautifully with the warm tones of the woman's skin and the beads of her necklace.
"Soul Gazing" is a painting that speaks to the inner strength and beauty of women. The woman's bald head is a symbol of courage and resilience, while her gaze suggests a deep sense of introspection and contemplation. The beaded necklace, meanwhile, adds an element of beauty and elegance to the painting, reminding us that even in the face of adversity, women can still find ways to express their inner beauty and grace.
In the colony of billions of cells
That form my body,
Each cell has a soul of its own,
I search for my soul
I search and fail to find a place
Where my soul would govern my life.
For every living entity at a basic level
That gives me life as a separate existence.
Only united under the association
For survival in a certain way, a human way
Overall, "Soul Gazing" is a testament to Akanmu's skill as an artist and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. Through his use of color, composition, and brushwork, he has created a work of art that is both visually stunning and emotionally powerful. It is a painting that speaks to the inner strength, beauty, and resilience of women, and reminds us of the power of art to inspire, uplift, and transform.
Shipping Procedure
Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria
This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy.
Signed on the front side and accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
About the seller
Constance and Sons Gallery • Nigeria
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