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Ifeoluwa Alade"Oasis" - Acrylic Figurative Portrait With Butterflies and Floral Motifs2024
2024
$9,000
£6,866.78
€7,817.28
CA$12,649.60
A$13,904.99
CHF 7,300.06
MX$165,340.35
NOK 93,749.29
SEK 85,395.47
DKK 58,407.66
About the Item
Ifeoluwa Alade’s 2024 painting, *"Oasis"*, is a striking example of his use of the Araism technique—an indigenous Nigerian painting style that builds forms using interwoven brushstrokes and tonal layering. Born and based in Nigeria, Alade draws inspiration from African identity, nature, and the harmony between the human form and organic elements.
This original, hand-painted acrylic work on canvas measures 60 x 48 inches (152.4 x 121.92 cm) and includes Amsterdam’s Glow in the Dark Medium, subtly enriching the surface with luminescent properties that come alive in low light. Unframed yet ready to hang, the painting presents a captivating female portrait formed entirely through linear, interlaced brushstrokes in warm reddish and terracotta tones. Her voluminous hair, shaped like a heart, is constructed from what appear to be dried, earthy leaves. Embedded within this natural crown are nests, birds, and blossoms, alongside a flurry of vivid blue butterflies—symbols of transformation and life.
Set against a patterned dark floral backdrop, the work merges the spiritual with the natural, crafting a visual sanctuary—an oasis—for both the subject and the viewer. Alade’s ability to combine the vibrancy of African expression with a meticulous, contemporary visual language makes this piece a standout within both Afrocentric and global contemporary art dialogues.
Ifeoluwa Alade creates introspective paintings that explore human emotions and relationships through a distinctive woven technique. Born in Nigeria in 1995, Alade earned his Fine and Applied Arts degree from Obafemi Awolowo University, where he studied under mentor Jonathan Imafidor, who significantly influenced his artistic development. Working primarily in oil, acrylic, and watercolor, Alade's style evolved from the African "Araism" movement to his current approach, which portrays figures as compositions of interwoven elements symbolizing the complex amalgamation of experiences, thoughts, and emotions that form human identity.
His work examines interpersonal connections, often using symbolism like butterflies and flowers to represent relationships as valuable forms of human existence. Represented by Abend Gallery, Alade has exhibited in solo presentations and prestigious art fairs including the LA Art Show and Scope Art Show in Miami, where the gallery has championed his work internationally.
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- Creation Year:2024
- Dimensions:Height: 60 in (152.4 cm)Width: 48 in (121.92 cm)
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- Framing:Framing Options Available
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- Gallery Location:Denver, CO
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1308216161392
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