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Roots II by Tamary Kudita - Portrait photography, African women, aesthetic, sky

2021

About the Item

Roots II is a limited-edition photograph (Digital Print on Baryta Fine Art paper) by contemporary artist Tamary Kudita. This photograph is sold unframed as a print only. It is available in 2 dimensions: *59 × 84 cm (23.2 × 33.1 in), edition of 20 copies *82 × 117 cm (32.3 × 46.1 in), edition of 15 copies All prints are signed and numbered. Contact us regarding framing options. This image depicts two sisters holding a water vase, symbolizing the strength of family bonds. The artist explains, “The vessel represents their sisterly connection, as they fill each other’s cups with shared joys, sorrows, and dreams—a love as deep as a wellspring.” In her debut series, African Victorian, Tamary Kudita merged African culture with Victorian aesthetics. Collaborating with a local designer, she crafted Victorian-style dresses from African fabrics, reinterpreting Western visual traditions in an African context. The opulent clothing celebrates African women, making historically invisible figures hyper-visible, and portraying them as assertive, independent, and deeply rooted in their heritage. Tamary Kudita’s work celebrates Zimbabwean stories through art, blending historical and modern aesthetics to craft portraits rich with symbolism, authenticity, and dignity, challenging colonial stereotypes and exploring the depth of African identity.
  • Creator:
    Tamary Kudita (1994, Zimbabwean)
  • Creation Year:
    2021
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 23.23 in (59 cm)Width: 33.08 in (84 cm)
  • More Editions & Sizes:
    82 × 117 cm (32.3 × 46.1 in), edition of 15 copies.Price: $5,649
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  • Framing:
    Framing Options Available
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU803115609612

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