Bronze Sculpture for Sale
Behind Me,
2025
Emmanuel Akolo
Painting : acrylic, canvas
50.8 x 40.6 x 2.5 cm 20 x 16 x 1 inch
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Unique artwork
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Hand-signed by artist
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50.8 x 40.6 x 2.5 cm 20 x 16 x 1 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Artwork location: Nigeria
This striking artwork captures the back view of an individual donning a broad-brimmed hat, portrayed in rich hues of brown and earth tones. The figure stands against a backdrop of vibrant greens, suggesting an expansive landscape or field. The artist skillfully employs strong contrasts and bold brushstrokes to convey texture and depth, accentuating the contours of the subject's back and the structure of the hat. The interplay of light and shadow on the figure enhances the dimensionality and draws attention to the composition's simplicity yet profundity. The minimalist background, juxtaposed with the detailed portrayal of the individual, emphasizes a sense of solitude and contemplation, evoking curiosity about the subject's perspective and narrative. This composition masterfully combines realism and abstraction, inviting viewers to delve into its evocative atmosphere and explore its thematic depth.
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Emmanuel Akolo Olusegun is a Nigerian-born, Niagara-based visual artist bridging engineering precision and self-taught figurative painting. Working with acrylics and charcoal, he builds richly textured surfaces through expressive brushwork and an intimate "fingerprinting" technique that embeds his personal mark into the canvas.
His works engage themes of identity, resilience, and human connection through earthy tones, bold contrasts, and sculptural depth. He describes life as an "unfinished narrative" — and his paintings reflect that evolving story.
Recent highlights include his solo exhibition (2026), Best in Show at the Niagara Falls Juried Art Exhibition (2025), and a residency at Niagara Falls Exchange Art Studios. Saatchi Art named him their sole Nigerian artist on the list; Singulart featured him among . His work is licensed through Samsung Frame TV and LG Gallery TV+, held in private collections across six countries, and supported by the Ontario Arts Council.
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