Bidspirit auction | Family – Original Figurative Painting

Family – Original Figurative Painting by Chinwe Russell, Acrylic on Canvas, Naïve Contemporary - Title: Family of FourArtist: Chinwe RussellMedium: Acrylic on CanvasSize: 15 x 15 cmYear: 2021One of the artist’s favourite small works, Family of Four radiates warmth and connection against a vivid red background. The abstracted figures, painted in bold, fluid forms, represent a close-knit family — their shapes intertwined in a harmonious balance that speaks to love, unity, and belonging.Family is an original acrylic painting by award-winning artist Chinwe Russell, known for her bold use of colour and storytelling through a naïve contemporary African style.This intimate piece celebrates the beauty and strength of family life — a mother tenderly interacting with her children, surrounded by organic patterns and vibrant textures. The warm orange background contrasts with deep blues and earthy tones, symbolising love, protection, and connection.Painted in Russell’s distinctive narrative style, this work reflects her ongoing exploration of African identity, motherhood, and unity, themes central to her artistic practice.Medium: Acrylic on canvasCategory: Original artwork (not a print or reproduction)Style: Naïve art, figurative, modern African contemporarySigned: Yes, by the artistArtist: Chinwe RussellA powerful and heartfelt addition for collectors of modern figurative art, African contemporary painting, and storytelling in visual form Condition: Good as in the images Dimensions: 15 x 15 x 4 cm