Bidspirit auction | Under the Tree of Knowledge

Under the Tree of Knowledge – Original Acrylic on Canvas by Chinwe Russell, RA exhibited artist. - Under the Tree of Knowledge is a powerful and symbolic painting by award-winning British-Nigerian artist Chinwe Russell, whose work is known for its vibrant storytelling and emotional depth.In this textured acrylic on canvas, two seated figures rest beneath a dramatic tree set against a radiant yellow background. The branches, thick with energy and movement, stretch outward, adorned with bold red and black accents, representing the fruit of wisdom, life, and growth. The figures beneath the tree appear contemplative, embodying humanity’s eternal search for understanding and connection.Executed in Russell’s distinctive naïve expressionist style, this small-format original combines vivid colour, texture, and symbolism to create a visual narrative that is both intimate and universal. The composition balances raw emotion with compositional harmony, inviting reflection on learning, love, and the human spirit.Chinwe Russell’s work has been exhibited at the Royal Academy Summer Exhibition (twice) and internationally through major projects such as 20 Historical Women Who Changed the World, The Africa Exhibition, and Lives, Lands & Legacies.This original acrylic on canvas is part of a special series of small studio studies — collectible works that capture the essence of Russell’s larger narrative paintings.Medium: Acrylic on canvasTechnique: Textured impasto / expressive brushworkStyle: Contemporary Figurative / Symbolic Expressionism / Storytelling ArtSigned by the artistShipping: WorldwideChinwe Russell painting, Royal Academy artist, British Nigerian artist, symbolic art, contemporary figurative painting, textured acrylic on canvas, storytelling painting, modern expressionism, art about knowledge, contemplative art, small-format collectible, emerging artist, collectible original, modern African art, LiveAuctioneers art auction, fine art under $1000, art for collectors, spiritual contemporary art, bright abstract figurative art.Original acrylic painting on canvas by Chinwe Russell, created in 2021.This striking composition depicts two contemplative figures seated beneath a vividly rendered tree, its dark, energetic branches contrasted against a radiant yellow sky. Splashes of red evoke both fruit and emotion, symbolising life, connection, and shared experience. A powerful reflection on stillness, growth, and the quiet bond between humanity and nature Condition: Good as in the images Dimensions: 25 x 20 cm