Golden savannah grass, warm earth tones and heavily layered texture surround Queen Nzinga as she stands beside a lion, her body markings drawing you in for a closer look. This original African queen painting has real presence at 100 x 120 cm, and would hold its own in a dining room or above a sofa.
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- Original Mixed media artwork on canvas
- Measures 100 x 120 cm
- Complimentary UK local delivery
- Edges are painted and do not need framing
- Please allow one week for local delivery
- Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity
The Story behind Queen Nzinga
In 1621, Njinga travelled to Luanda to negotiate with the Portuguese on behalf of her brother, the ruler of Ndongo. A popular story says she was offered only a mat while the officials had chairs, so an attendant formed a seat for her. She took power in 1624, fled Portuguese forces two years later, then seized the kingdom of Matamba in 1631 and ruled there until her death in 1663. When the Dutch captured Luanda in 1641, she allied with them. Her story speaks to anyone who has been offered less than they were due and refused to accept it. The marks in the painting draw on Mbundu body marking rather than copying one historic symbol, and the lion is Jedidah's artistic choice.
See it before you buy. Book a free private video viewing with Jedidah and see the texture, detail and true scale live from the studio. Email info@onaiiart.com or get in touch here to arrange a time.
A small thank-you: this original arrives with a ceramic coaster from Jedidah's homeware range.
Watch the painting process and listen to Jedidah speaking below.
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