The artwork titled “Cassava Garden” was created by Njideka Akunyili Crosby in 2015. It belongs to the Postcolonial art movement, with its genre classified under interior and flower painting.
The artwork, “Cassava Garden,” is a complex and layered composition that features a dense overlay of foliage, predominantly of cassava plants, interspersed with textile patterns and partially visible human figures. The background of the artwork combines both bold and subdued tones of green, overlaid with intricate designs and motifs that may reflect cultural textiles. The figures, embedded within the foliage, seem to emerge from the leaves and stems, suggesting a deep connection between the natural environment and human identity. This composition, reflective of postcolonial themes, invites contemplation on the intersections of culture, history, and personal narrative.