Bidspirit auction | Dreams of Motherhood -Original Acrylic

Dreams of Motherhood -Original Acrylic Painting by Chinwe Russell, British-Nigerian Contemporary art - Dreams of Motherhood is a large, expressive acrylic on canvas created around 2015-2016 by Chinwe Russell, the British-Nigerian contemporary artist widely recognised for her bold visual storytelling, her naïve-contemporary style, and her celebrated touring collections including 20 Historical Women Who Changed the World.Measuring an impressive 115 x 75 cm, this vibrant work was conceived in Tourcoing, France, during a deeply introspective period of the artist’s life. It reflects a personal, emotional memory: Russell’s youthful dream of becoming a mother to eight children, inspired by the legacy and strength of her own mother.The composition radiates warmth, hope, and humanity. A monumental female figure — serene, joyful, adorned with bright earrings and a radiant expression — looks lovingly towards a sea of small, smiling children painted in a chorus of colours. These children, arranged like a tapestry of possibilities, represent dreams, lineage, community, and the expansive spirit of motherhood. The fiery orange background intensifies the emotional energy of the painting, echoing the passion, desire, and tenderness embedded in the narrative.This piece is part of the artist's wider exploration of womanhood, identity, family, and generational continuity. The work’s large-scale version was once exhibited publicly on Doncaster town centre’s high street, where it drew the attention of thousands — a memorable moment in the artist’s career.Painted in Russell’s signature intuitive style, the artwork is rich in texture and saturated colour, with each brushstroke contributing to a layered story of love, longing, memory, and the beauty of imagined futures.The painting is signed by the artist and comes directly from her studio.Please note: there is some water damage, reflected in the attractively reduced starting price, offering collectors an opportunity to acquire a major work by Chinwe Russell at exceptional value.A rare chance to own an emotionally charged and visually striking artwork by a rising international contemporary artist.Keywords: Chinwe Russell art, African contemporary art, mother and child painting, motherhood artwork, large acrylic painting, British-Nigerian artist, expressive narrative art, naïve contemporary style, colourful figurative art, emotional storytelling painting, collectible modern art, LiveAuctioneers listing. Condition: Some water damage . Dimensions: 115 x 75 cm