Total Views: 160

Artwork Description:

The African Identity depicts the Nigeria Heritage (Artefacts,monoliths). A carved ivory mask, worn by the oba or ruler of Benin during ceremonies, 19th-century terra-cotta head; brass figure that was part of an altar dedicated in 1914, 16th-century Queen Mother Head bronze from Benin, 12th-century Ori-Olokun bronze casting(Head of the Sea Goddess, Ancestor figure Bembe Nok terracotta, 17th century Efik people Cross River, Mask from Gabon, and the Akwanshi’s stone monoliths.

Artist Bio:

Esther Adebayo, from Ekiti-State resides in Benin, Nigeria is a conceptual visual artist, project manager and content creator. Her deep quest to preserve the African culture and heritage inspired the depiction /communication of her feelings with African motifs. She is a member of Female Artist Association of Nigeria (FEAAN), Emptyartroom residence, leading women Africa, Agama Art Publishing & Agency, VAV, and ambassador of street project foundation. She has participated in several exhibitio

The African Identity (2021)

Painting by Esther Adebayo

$744.68 20%

Artwork Details

20% of proceeds from this artwork goes to the arts of giving


Seller Details

profile-image

Esther Adebayo

Edo, Nigeria
Commission This Artist
View Artist
Artwork has no ownership history
We want you to love your art! If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase you can return it free within 14 days, no questions asked. Learn more

More by Esther Adebayo

VIEW ALL

View all Artworks

Other Artworks Tagged Painting

VIEW ALL

Sign In