Princess Mkabayi KaJama - Original African Queens Artwork

£1,950.00

Silent Authority: Lion Face Painting of Princess Mkabayi

This original African artwork honours Princess Mkabayi kaJama, one of the most influential women in Zulu history. Portrayed beside a lion, the piece carries a quiet sense of authority and strength, making it a striking focal point in a considered interior. Its richly textured surface brings depth, heritage, and presence to the room.

Details -

🤎 Original Mixed media artwork on canvas

🤎 Dimensions 70 x 100 cm in diameter

🤎 Created on a Stretched Canvas

🤎 Ready to hang with painted edges and does not need framing

🤎 Signed by the artist

🤎 Certificate of Authenticity Included

🤎  Free UK delivery

The Story behind Queen Mkabayi KaJama

Princess Mkabayi kaJama was a kingmaker whose influence helped shape the leadership of the Zulu kingdom. In this lion face painting, she is shown beside the lion as a reflection of courage, wisdom, and the power she held behind the throne. Built through layered impasto techniques, the textured art painting reveals intricate detail, warm earth tones, and a tactile surface that gives the work a strong physical presence. Subtle diamond dust catches the light across the painting, adding a soft luminosity that shifts gently as you move, bringing even more life to this deeply meaningful African artwork.

Watch a close up video of the painting below -