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In this artwork, a leopard prowls in the foreground, while trees laden with fruit populate the background. The linear symbolism of uli is evident in the patterns that adorn the piece, showcasing Okeke's skillful use of traditional Igbo motifs to depict a vibrant forest scene.
Details
- Title: In the Forest
- Creator: Uche Okeke
- Creator Lifespan: 1933/2016
- Creator Nationality: Nigerian
- Creator Gender: Male
- Creator Death Place: Njikoka
- Creator Birth Place: Anambra State
- Date Created: 1974
- Original Source: https://museum.pau.edu.ng/
- Rights: Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art
- Medium: Ink on paper
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