Title: unraveling identity
Medium; mixed media
Year; 2025
Dimension: 3 × 4 feet
Unraveling Identity" is a visual representation of the complex and multifaceted nature of identity. The painting depicts a woman with Afro hair and a zip on her face, which, when unzipped, reveals a map of Africa. This powerful svmbolism speaks to the was in which our identities are often tied to our cultural heritage, and how this heritage can be both a source of pride and a target for oppression.
Through this piece, I aim to explore the tensions between cultural identity, personal identity, and the societal expectations that shape our understanding of self. By
"unraveling" the zip, I invite the viewer to contemplate the ways in which our identities are constructed, performed, and perceived. Ultimately, "Unraveling Identity" is a celebration of the beauty and complexity of African identity, and a testament to the power of art to challenge and subvert dominant narratives.
Original piece hand painted by the artist
Comes with certificate of authenticity
Title: unraveling identity
Medium; mixed media
Year; 2025
Dimension: 3 × 4 feet
Unraveling Identity" is a visual representation of the complex and multifaceted nature of identity. The painting depicts a woman with Afro hair and a zip on her face, which, when unzipped, reveals a map of Africa. This powerful svmbolism speaks to the was in which our identities are often tied to our cultural heritage, and how this heritage can be both a source of pride and a target for oppression.
Through this piece, I aim to explore the tensions between cultural identity, personal identity, and the societal expectations that shape our understanding of self. By
"unraveling" the zip, I invite the viewer to contemplate the ways in which our identities are constructed, performed, and perceived. Ultimately, "Unraveling Identity" is a celebration of the beauty and complexity of African identity, and a testament to the power of art to challenge and subvert dominant narratives.
Original piece hand painted by the artist
Comes with certificate of authenticity
ColorBlue
MaterialAnkara
Ships fromNigeria
Ships fromNigeria
To United States
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At Africa Creates, we do not believe in the myth of predefined sizes. Each body is different and deserves an outfit just as unique. Therefore, to use this guide, we recommend using your measurements in inches (as explained below) rather than the "4 to 22" sizes.
From there you can select the corresponding international size for your order, and each seller will then be able to make sure to send the PERFECT fit for YOU!
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Collar size
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Chest size
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Waist size
Measure in the hollow of the waist.
Hip size
Keep your feet together and measure the widest part.
Crotch tower
Measure the top of the crotch up to the ankle bone.