The artwork titled “5 Umezebi St., New Haven, Enugu” was created by Njideka Akunyili Crosby in 2012. It falls under the Postcolonial art movement and belongs to the genre of genre painting.
The artwork portrays an intimate setting, likely a domestic scene involving several individuals gathered together in a room. Each character appears engaged in distinct activities, framed within a vibrant and richly patterned interior. The compositional structure integrates photographic collage elements, adding layers of visual narrative. The background consists of numerous smaller images, contributing to a tapestry of memories and histories. The color palette and fabric patterns further emphasize a sense of place and cultural identity, reflecting the confluences and complexities of postcolonial experiences.