Daughter of the Sun, 2025
Painting : oil, mixed media · 160 x 120 x 0.01 cm 63 x 47.2 x 0 inch
$9,272
9 272 $US
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Type
Painting : Unique artwork
Condition
Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed
Unstretched (shipped rolled)
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oil , mixed media on canvas
Dimensions ( cm • inch )
160 x 120 x 0.01 cm 63 x 47.2 x 0 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Description
In “Daughter of the Sun," Keith Zenda captures the timeless grace and quiet strength of African womanhood. Painted with oil and Java fabric on canvas, the portrait radiates warmth and dignity through its vibrant hues of amber, indigo, and gold. The woman's confident gaze and the intricate patterns of her headwrap echo stories of ancestry, identity, and resilience. Her adornments—earth-toned beads and traditional earrings—symbolize a proud heritage deeply rooted in culture yet glowing with modern beauty. Zenda's mastery lies in blending realism with spiritual symbolism, portraying the African woman as both muse and guardian of light, culture, and creation.
Presentation
Keith Zenda (born 19 June 1985) is a self-taught, award-winning visual artist from rural Chirumanzu, Zimbabwe. He discovered his artistic gift at the age of six and began painting professionally in his teens. Deeply rooted in the spirit of Ubuntu, his work portrays African life, identity, and ancestral heritage with bold emotion and symbolic clarity.
Keith's art has gained international recognition, exhibiting in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Dubai, Mumbai, Zurich, Berlin, and New York. Notable accolades include wins at “Black Like Me" in South Africa and the 2021 Morgan & Co Artspiration competition at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe. In 2022, he received two NAMA Award nominations for Outstanding Two-Dimensional Work.
Beyond the canvas, Keith is devoted to community upliftment through art. In 2017, he founded ArtZenda, an art centre in Gweru that supports disadvantaged youth, women, and artists with disabilities. Through mentorship, exhibitions, and training in sustainable art practices, he empowers the next generation to find purpose and expression. He is currently establishing a new art and culture centre in Harare to expand this mission.
Zenda's unique approach—often referred to as “Zendaism"—merges traditional beliefs, contemporary social themes, and personal storytelling. His work bridges past and present, urban and rural, personal and political—making him a powerful voice for Zimbabwean art on the global stage.
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