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Theophilus ChimaThe Cup of my Love2023
2023
About the Item
The Cup of my love is a painting by Chima Theophilus, depicting an African woman with a teacup.
Her hair is made of grapefruits and flowers, signifying her fruitfulness and love.
A virtuous woman is indeed the crown of her home.
She gives her family food at the right time.
Chima explores the rich glowing dark skin of the blacks to present this work and embellished it with splashed radiant colors to keep it appealing to every eye.
Ships in a well-protected tube from Nigeria
This work is unique, not a print or other type of copy.
Accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity.
About the Artist.
Theophilus Chima is a contemporary figurative African artist in Ibadan, Nigeria. Chima was born in 1974, in Umuka Okposi, Ebonyi State Nigeria, and was exposed to multidisciplinary arts as a youth. After his secondary education, he moved to Ibadan, where he explored the arts and developed his technical approach which combines realism with elements of surrealism. He aims to celebrate African culture along with day-to-day life.
His work often portrays the beauty and strength of African women. Chima writes,” I enjoy juxtaposing the rich history of African culture with modern civilization and high fashion to keep history alive while also looking to the future. I want viewers to reflect on my paintings; to feel joy, peace, passion, humor and to bring relief to troubled minds in a troubled world.” His works are widely exhibited internationally and are included in many private collections.
- Creator:Theophilus Chima (Nigerian)
- Creation Year:2023
- Dimensions:Height: 54 in (137.16 cm)Width: 42 in (106.68 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Ibadan, NG
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1717212146302
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