Oil paint, acrylic paint, gold leaf, and camwood powder on gessoboard, 2025
36 x 48 in.
Ala, the Igbo earth goddess, holds a baby in a gentle, protective gesture, reflecting the early bond between child and cultural foundation.
She is the origin of life and the giver of Uli, the visual language carried by Igbo women.
The python, her sacred messenger, is a symbol for the cyclical nature of birth, death, and rebirth.
In shedding, we return to her ground and begin again from it.
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Oil paint, acrylic paint, gold leaf, and camwood powder on gessoboard, 2025
36 x 48 in.
Ala, the Igbo earth goddess, holds a baby in a gentle, protective gesture, reflecting the early bond between child and cultural foundation.
She is the origin of life and the giver of Uli, the visual language carried by Igbo women.
The python, her sacred messenger, is a symbol for the cyclical nature of birth, death, and rebirth.
In shedding, we return to her ground and begin again from it.
~
Shipping for original works is arranged individually after purchase based on size, destination, and insurance requirements. Depending on the collector’s location, local delivery or pickup options may also be available.
Interested in viewing this work in person, discussing delivery options, or arranging payment? Contact Swift before purchasing.
