Queen Amantitere of Kush rises up this tall, narrow canvas, layered with texture and African fabric that hangs from the painting. The format gives her a striking, column-like presence. At 120 x 30 cm, this textured African queen art fits where a wider painting won't: beside a door, in a hallway or between windows.
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- Original Mixed media artwork on canvas
- Dimensions 120 cm x 30 cm
- Created on a Stretched Canvas with hanging fabric
- Ready to hang with painted edges and does not need framing
- Signed by the artist
- Certificate of Authenticity Included
- Free UK delivery within 1 week
The Story behind Queen Amantitere
Amantitere ruled the ancient Kingdom of Kush, in what is now Sudan, from around 25 to 41 CE. The ruling queens of Kush were known as Kandake, the origin of the name Candace. The Bible (Acts 8) mentions the treasurer of "Candace, queen of the Ethiopians", and she is the queen most often identified with that passage, although this can't be proved. Little is known of her reign beyond evidence of great wealth. Jedidah layers the painting with texture and African fabric given by her mother, so a queen from two thousand years ago is wrapped in cloth from the present day. It shows how much of a woman's story can be lost, and how much can still be imagined.
To hear more about Jedidah’s inspiration, click here.
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.
The ruling queens of Kush were called Kandake, which is where the name Candace comes from. The Bible (Acts 8) mentions the treasurer of "Candace, queen of the Ethiopians", and many historians believe she was Queen Amantitere. This short video follows the painting from blank canvas – spray layers, paper, texture and fabric – to the finished queen.
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