The artwork titled “Assumption of a Woman,” created by Harmonia Rosales in 2020, falls under the genres of Postcolonial art and Feminist Art. Characterized as a symbolic painting, it embodies themes central to the intersection of cultural identity and gender.
In the artwork, four figures elevate a central woman, all appearing to defy gravity as they float amidst a dramatic background featuring swirling clouds and an abstract land below. The figures are depicted with rich skin tones and delicate, flowing garments, notably a vivid red and white cloth adorned with patterns. The expressions and postures convey a serene yet powerful and uplifting moment, reminiscent of classical religious ascension scenes, reimagined to empower and center African women. The use of light, texture, and dynamic movement enhances the symbolic narrative, reflecting the artist’s intent to challenge and redefine historical and contemporary perceptions through a lens of empowerment and reverence.
