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Crown And Corals (2026)Acrylic painting by Emmanuel Akolo
40.64 x 50.8 x 2.54cm (unframed) / 40.64 x 50.8cm (actual image size)
£363.95
Original artwork description
I created Crown and Coral to explore sovereignty and the preservation of heritage within the African diaspora. In this portrait, the gele and coral beads are not merely accessories; they are symbols of identity, authority, and ancestral connection. The painting centers on the concept of "carrying one’s home." The vibrant orange of the gele acts as a crown, while the structured coral beads represent a foundation of cultural pride. These warm elements are set against a cool, dappled background of energetic brushstrokes, symbolizing the "noise" and movement of life in a new environment.
Through the integration of layered acrylics and raw charcoal, I mirror the duality of the subject’s experience—finding a sense of permanence and "royalty" amidst a shifting landscape. While the background feels fluid, the subject remains anchored. This work is a tribute to those who navigate unfamiliar territories while keeping their internal sanctuary intact.
Materials used:
Acrylic On Canvas
Details:
- Acrylic painting on Canvas
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 40.64 x 50.8 x 2.54cm (unframed) / 40.64 x 50.8cm (actual image size)
- Signed certificate of authenticity
- Style: Expressive and gestural
- Subject: People and portraits
Tags:
#contemporary african#benin kingdom#igbo#african heritage#traditinal art#modern identity#narrative depth#crown coral#nigerian royalty#gele beads#diaspora narrative
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Original artwork description
I created Crown and Coral to explore sovereignty and the preservation of heritage within the African diaspora. In this portrait, the gele and coral beads are not merely accessories; they are symbols of identity, authority, and ancestral connection. The painting centers on the concept of "carrying one’s home." The vibrant orange of the gele acts as a crown, while the structured coral beads represent a foundation of cultural pride. These warm elements are set against a cool, dappled background of energetic brushstrokes, symbolizing the "noise" and movement of life in a new environment.
Through the integration of layered acrylics and raw charcoal, I mirror the duality of the subject’s experience—finding a sense of permanence and "royalty" amidst a shifting landscape. While the background feels fluid, the subject remains anchored. This work is a tribute to those who navigate unfamiliar territories while keeping their internal sanctuary intact.
Materials used:
Acrylic On Canvas
Details:
- Acrylic painting on Canvas
- One of a kind artwork
- Size: 40.64 x 50.8 x 2.54cm (unframed) / 40.64 x 50.8cm (actual image size)
- Signed certificate of authenticity
- Style: Expressive and gestural
- Subject: People and portraits
Tags:
#contemporary african#benin kingdom#igbo#african heritage#traditinal art#modern identity#narrative depth#crown coral#nigerian royalty#gele beads#diaspora narrative