Bidspirit auction | AN ACRYLIC ON PAPER PORTRAIT

AN ACRYLIC ON PAPER PORTRAIT OF AN AFRICAN WOMAN, SIGNED ”BADILA”, LATE 20TH CENTURY - Acrylic on paper depicting a stylized profile portrait of an African woman rendered in a bold modernist idiom characterized by sweeping calligraphic brushwork and high-contrast coloration. The figure is shown in strict profile against a deep black ground, her features articulated through confident curvilinear lines in yellow, red, green, blue, and white, with decorative dotted accents and rhythmic bands suggesting jewelry and textile elements. The composition emphasizes graphic impact and expressive movement, combining elements of modern African-inspired aesthetics with mid-to-late 20th century abstract figuration. Signed ”Badila” in white at the lower left. The work is mounted within a wide white mat and housed in a simple black frame. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Dimensions: 18 x 13 in., (45.7 x 33 cm.) Condition: The paper support appears generally stable with no visible tears or losses. Minor surface abrasions and light handling marks are visible upon close inspection, consistent with age and normal handling. Colors remain strong and saturated. The mat shows light toning and scattered spotting. The frame exhibits minor surface wear and small scuffs at the edges. Overall condition is good.