Symbolism
The Women of Dignity portrays two women with markedly long necks, wide eyes, and large, round heads whose sizes are disproportionate to the size of their body. The painting symbolic as it embodies the unique, non-naturalistic style of representation in African art.
Color explosion
As is common in Moyo’s works, one sees the rich use of different colours – yellow, blue, white, brown, green, orange, and black.
Etching patterns
The patterns were etched as a decorative composition after the painting was done on the canvas.
Connected to culture
Moyo never lost touch with his home and his art was centered on his indigenous Yoruba heritage. The piece seeks to celebrate African women and the pride of womanhood.
Inspired by traditional textiles
The textural patterns all over the painting are inspired by the patterns commonly found on the Yoruba textile.
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