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Signed Batik on Cotton Painting of Migrants from Ghana, "Sunset Exodus"

Inspired by the story of desperate migrants who traveled across the... more

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Inspired by the story of desperate migrants who traveled across the Mediterranean sea, Ghanaian artist Samuel Ashong uses the batik method to paint this touching composition, diligently applying a wax resist to cotton calico before adding colorful dyes. A line of migrants stretches towards the horizon beneath a red-orange sunset, carrying their belongings and loves ones along with them. This batik painting is named "Exodus," inspired by the biblical story. Says the artist, "I advise the youth to stay in their various countries to contribute to their development."

  • 0.29 kgs
  • 0.6 lbs
  • Mat: 56 cm W x 66 cm H
  • Mat: 22" W x 26" H
  • Artwork: 40.5 cm W x 54 cm H
  • Artwork: 16" W x 21.25" H

  • Dyes on cotton, cardstock mat
  • Arrives unframed
  • Signed by the artist
  • Mat included
  • Handcrafted batik art--colors and pattern placement will vary
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
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Daniel

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10/23/2019

"Cant say enough."

This is my second piece from Samuel and I love this one more than the first. Very gifted artist.

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Judith

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02/11/2018

"Beautiful Batik"

The art is beautiful and will be a great addition to our home. The packaging did protect the batik, but the matting is creased on one entire short end.

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Husband
  • Occasion: anniversary

Judith

From Brooklyn, New York, USA

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09/29/2017

"treasure from Africa"

I made one African wall in my hallway. I have been to Africa many times, but I could not return with anything big...I love this picture of the women at the market in West Africa. It has modern and primitive elements as I see it, and it goes well with my other artifacts.

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Queens of the Market, Handcrafted African Batik Cotton Wall Art

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Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Samuel Ashong has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $300 and the most recent for $600. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of dyes and cotton for continued production.

 
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