
Defender of Truth
2023
A striking portrait rendered in Oluwole Omofemi's signature style, *Defender of Truth* (2023) blends oil and acrylic on canvas to depict a figure adorned with intricate patterns and vivid, layered color. The work draws on themes of identity, resilience, and cultural heritage, with Omofemi's characteristic use of bold textile motifs and luminous skin tones commanding the viewer's attention. The interplay between the two mediums lends the composition both depth and dynamism, reinforcing the powerful narrative of standing firm in one's convictions.
- Medium
- oil and acrylic on canvas
- Dimensions
- Signed
- Yes
- Spotted At
- Auction House · Phillips
Notes
Execution: Painted in 2023, in Nigeria. Exhibition History: London, Akoje Gallery, ;
🔨 Auction Lot
Modern & Contemporary Art: Online Auction
March 3, 2026
Estimate: $8,000 – $12,000
Sold: $10,320
Lot 162
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