Painting of Martin Luther King Jr. in the clouds by Calypso, a Chester Pa native. MLK was an Black American baptist, activist, father and husband born january 15, 1929 in Atlanta GA. He was one of the most prominent civil rights leaders and spokemen during his era, from 1955 until his transition in 1968.
“Darkness can not drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate can not drive out hate; only love can do that.” MLK
painting of black figures depicting The Via Dolorosa, also known as the “way of sorrow,” is where Jesus carried the cross to his own crucifixion, according to the New Testament. The figure are painting Ed black without facial features, the figure depicting Jesus is wearing white whilst the other figures are wearing red.
Size 20x30
Red and black Painting of Honorable Elijah Muhammad. Profile view. The Honorable Elijah Muhammad, born October 7, 1897 in Sanderville GA, was a Black American religious leader, Father, Husband, and self proclaimed Prophet of Allah. He led the Nation of Islam from 1934 until his transition date February 25, 1975. He was the mentor of Malclom X, Muhammad Ali, Louis Farrakhan, and his own son Warith Deen Mohammed.
“Every Black man under the sun are brothers. I don't care if he lives in America, or in Asia or Africa or in the Isles of the Pacific or the Gulf.” The Honorable Elijah Muhammad
Size 30x40
Print on Canves
Amber toned photograph of Malcolm X praying with hanging lights behind him. Malcolm X is also known as Ej Hajj Malik el-Shabazz was a proud Black Muslim Minister, activist, father and husband. He was loved and supported worldwide by Men and Women across ethnicities and classes. He was born May 19, 1925, in Omaha Nebraska, and made his transition on February 21, 1965, at the ripe age of 39. If he was here today he would be 95 years old.
“Anytime you beg another Man to set you free, you’ll never be free. Freedom is something you have to do for yourself.”
Malcolm X Size 30x40
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“Freedom Riders” by Kolongi Brathwaite
Painting depicting prominent Historical Black warriors united on horses. Kalonji is an internationally acclaimed, self-taught artist. At eight years of age, he was awarded first prize in a county-wide Barbadia competition.
Size 30x24
Print from the original painting.
A painting by Tony Louis of Haitian women dressed colorfully in their local marketplace. Haitian market places are famous for their locally sourced produce & poultry as well as their vibrant fabrics, beads, spices, and more. The many people buying, selling and trading look like a sea of color splashed upon melanin
Print on Canvas
Size 30x24
Print from the original painting.
“Mother Of The World” batik on rice paper by Ade Oyelami Nigerian artist 20th century in Philadelphia Pa. An abstract depiction of two men standing on either side of a woman
Print on Canvas
Size 36x48
Print from the original painting.
The Elder” batik on rice paper by Ade Oyelami Nigerian artist 20th century in Philadelphia Pa
Print on Canvas
Size 36x48
Print from the original painting.
Painting of The Moorish Chief by Eduard Charlemont in Paris France in 1878 “(The canvas was once called The Alhambra Guard.) This work demonstrates the romantic lens through which white Europeans regarded the traditions, peoples, and places of Muslim Spain and the French colonies in West Africa.
Print on Canvas
Size 36x48
Printed from the Original Painting of King Ramesses II monument of Abu Simbel Upper Egypt Built in 1244 B.C which contains two temples, carved into a mountainside. The larger of the two temples contains four statues of a seated pharaoh Ramesses II (1303-1213 B.C.) at its entrance, each about 69 feet (21 meters) tall
One Canvas
Size 30x60
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The Kinara is an essential Kwanzaa symbol, traditionally holding seven candles. Our hand-carved Kinara is a one-of-a-kind piece, perfect for honoring the holiday. It can be purchased separately or as a set with one Kinara and seven candles (three red, three green, and one black).
Candles are 12 inches long.
Large hand woven straw basket made in Nigeria. Functional Art, pleasing to the eyes but can also be used as storage for clothing or any other household items you decide.. but no matter what, this basket will add character to any space! .
