Bronze Sculpture for Sale
Forged In His Shadow, 2025
Painting : oil · 127 x 114.3 x 3.8 cm 50 x 45 x 1.5 inch
€2,290
2 290 €
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Shipped from: Nigeria
Delivery to: Germany , € 412
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Type
Painting : Unique artwork
Condition
Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed
Unstretched (shipped rolled)
Authenticity
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Signature
Hand-signed by artist
Dimensions ( cm • inch )
127 x 114.3 x 3.8 cm 50 x 45 x 1.5 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Vetted seller since 2026
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Description
This oil painting explores the contrasts between strength and identity. A boxer occupies the foreground, bare-chested, wearing saturated red gloves. His gaze is obscured by a white headband with graphic patterns, bringing a contemporary touch to the portrait.
The background unfolds in a deep, monochromatic blue. A monumental silhouette emerges behind the subject, like an amplified reflection or a mental projection. These massive forms accentuate the dramatic tension of the scene.
The work on anatomy demonstrates a precise mastery of volumes and light. The skin captures subtle nuances, contrasting with the sheen of the gloves' leather. The whole creates a visual dialogue between the physical reality of the sport and a dreamlike dimension.
The artist uses a restricted palette here to focus attention on the posture and the symbol. This work dated 2026 underscores an in-depth research into the representation of the human body. The play of superimpositions suggests a silent introspection at the heart of the action.
Presentation
Chinonso Ofodile is a Nigerian visual artist based in Ibadan whose multidisciplinary practice spans painting, murals, furniture making, and an enduring interest in fashion and craft. Born in Southeastern Nigeria, he began drawing at nine, inspired by cartoons, comics, and anime. At twelve, he began transitioning toward realism, independently studying anatomy, perspective, light, shading, and colour through sustained practice. His early engagement with drawing continues to inform his approach to the human figure and visual storytelling.
Alongside painting, Ofodile explores material, form, and design through craft and furniture making, while his interest in fashion further expands his understanding of identity, aesthetics, and visual expression.
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