{"product_id":"queen-ranavalona-ii-of-merina-african-queens-textured-art","title":"Queen Ranavalona of Merina II (African Queens Textured Art)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSee it before you buy.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onaiiart.com\/pages\/contact\"\u003eget in touch here\u003c\/a\u003e to arrange a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQueen Ranavalona II – Sacred Change: Compassion, Strength and Transformation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eQueen Ranavalona II\u003c\/em\u003e is an original \u003cstrong\u003eAfrican queen wall art\u003c\/strong\u003e piece celebrating leadership, compassion, and cultural transformation. The warm golden palette and intimate connection between the queen and cheetah cub create a sense of quiet strength and reflection, making this painting a striking focal point for a hallway, bedroom, or boutique interior styling space. Rich textures and layered details bring warmth, depth, and presence to the artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails -\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Original Mixed media artwork on canvas\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Measures 45 cm in diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Complimentary UK local delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Edges are painted and do not need framing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Please allow one week for local delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- Comes with a Certificate of Authenticity\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story behind Queen Ranavalona II\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by Queen Ranavalona II of Madagascar, this \u003cstrong\u003ecultural portrait painting\u003c\/strong\u003e honours a ruler whose reign marked a profound period of transformation within the Merina Kingdom. Beyond her well-known religious reforms, she helped modernise education, introduced new legal systems, strengthened the kingdom’s administration, and supported environmental protections that benefited future generations. The cheetah cub symbolises emerging strength, protection, and change — reflecting a queen who balanced authority with compassion while guiding her people through a new era. Through layered textures, warm earth tones, and symbolic connection, this piece celebrates resilience, feminine leadership, and the enduring influence of women who shaped history through quiet power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJedidah's work resonates with collectors drawn to symbolism, heritage, emotional depth, and contemporary storytelling through texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWatch a close up video of the artwork below -\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" poster=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0909\/2982\/4121\/files\/OnaiiArt_Jedidah_Chick_art_studio.jpg?v=1784410076\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/2ed2f086a27f47db8e1772433fd31481.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e\n  Your browser does not support the video tag.\n\u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OnaiiArt by Jedidah Chick","offers":[{"title":"Original","offer_id":64008270512505,"sku":null,"price":850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0909\/2982\/4121\/files\/OnaiiArt_QueenRanavalonaIIofMerina_africanartwork_texturedart_cheetahfacepainting_3.png?v=1779738599","url":"https:\/\/onaiiart.com\/products\/queen-ranavalona-ii-of-merina-african-queens-textured-art","provider":"OnaiiArt","version":"1.0","type":"link"}