Anthill of the Savannah III
US$ 2,700
Overview
This artwork was last updated 784 days ago.
2020
Acrylic, Acrylic on canvas
Unique Work
Dimensions: 90cm (H) x 210cm (W) x 5cm (D) / 35.4" (H) x 82.7" (W) x 2" (D)
Note: Actual colours may vary due to photography & computer settings
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Artist statement
This series started as a collage of smaller works on paper and is inspired by the book of the same title by the great Nigerian writter Chinua Achebe. The colours capture the colours of the savannah and the caligraphy is inspired by Adinkra symbols. The work is a triptych.
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Artist profile
Richard Ketley
Born: 1964
Hometown: Johannesburg
Based in: South Africa
Painting and drawing is an integral part of my life, and has been since a very early age. At the moment I am interested in formal elements of painting and drawing inspired by the world around me and the many countries I visit, and in finding meaning where others do …
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