Auction 002 CHINWE RUSSELL - GRAND STUDIO SALE
By Chinwe Russell
Jun 5, 2024
Victorian Crescent, Doncaster DN2 5BP, UK
A studio auction of the Chinwe Russell original artwork collection from 2012 to 2023. This sale will feature the "Africa Exhibition" made up of 20 large paintings of African tribes and 20 ceramic sculptures of ancient African Gods. The sale will also feature some of the artist's most successful works exhibited at the carrousel du Louvre in Paris - Weep not my Child, Ikenga, temptation, etc. . Chinwe Russell is the artist behind the "20 Historical women who changed the world" exhibition which is currently touring UK museums. She has been exhibited at the Royal Academy of arts Summer exhibitions in 2019 and 2021, Shanghai art fair and several prestigious venues.
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A Chinwe Russell Masterpiece: The IKENGA MASK - A 2022 Original Painting and Artwork on 105x180cm Ca

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$ 350
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$2,500 - $3,500
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Auction took place on Jun 5, 2024 at Chinwe Russell
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A Chinwe Russell Masterpiece: The IKENGA MASK - A 2022 Original Painting and Artwork on 105x180cm Ca

Description: Immerse yourself in the captivating essence of Igbo culture with this extraordinary artwork, a fusion of tradition and modernity that demands attention and reverence. Breathe life into your surroundings with the embodiment of Igbo spirit. This stunning mask, meticulously crafted and inspired by the rich tapestry of Nigeria's Igbo Culture, beckons you to partake in a journey of cultural significance and artistic brilliance. As you gaze upon this piece, you'll be transported to the heart of African rituals and ceremonies, where masks play a pivotal role. They are the conduits of ancient wisdom, ensuring bountiful harvests, addressing tribal needs in times of peace or conflict, and invoking the presence of ancestral spirits. This mask, however, goes beyond the ordinary. It represents the formidable Ikenga, a man's personal deity in the Igbo culture, encapsulating power, strength, and determination. The painting is a symphony of colors that will enliven any space, with a bold and striking red background that symbolizes the fiery spirit of the Igbo people. The central figure, a ram-headed African mask with a radiant yellow visage and piercing eyes, exudes an aura of mystique and reverence, commanding the attention of all who lay eyes upon it. Now is your opportunity to own a piece of cultural heritage and artistic brilliance. Seize the moment, bid now, and make this exceptional artwork a centerpiece in your collection. Illuminate your space with the spirit of the Igbo culture. Acquire this masterpiece today, and let its power and beauty resonate with your soul.
Year of creation: 2021
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Size
105x180 cm

Condition
Very Good

Medium
Acrylic On Canvas

Signature
Signed By the artist

Provenance
Direct From the artist's Studio

Exhibited
D31 art gallery



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