Akintunde Emmanuel · Kubwa, Abuja · Nigeria
Acrylic, paper, carton and padlock
This piece reflects how Western religions, deeply rooted in African society, have distorted and suppressed indigenous values and culture. The inscription “Birds born in a cage think flying is a crime” echoes the reality of many Africans who, confined under foreign faiths, see their own traditions as archaic or forbidden.
Medium
Mixed Media
Dimensions
30x24x1 in
Year created
2022
Availability
In stock · ships in 5-7 days
Curated for its storytelling, materiality, and collector feedback. Pair it with warm lighting and neutral palette interiors to let its textures shine.
Created by
Akintunde Emmanuel
Kubwa, Abuja · Nigeria
Emmanuel Akintunde (b. early 1990s, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria) is a multidisciplinary visual artist whose work seamlessly integrates trad...
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