“Dwell. Aso Ebi” by Njideka Akunyili Crosby, created in 2017, is a mixed media artwork within the Postcolonial art movement and falls under the genre painting category.
The artwork depicts a domestic interior scene with a woman seated at a table. She is clad in a brightly patterned dress, which reflects the blending of African and Western influences, a common theme in Njideka Akunyili Crosby’s oeuvre. The background features a tapestry-like collage of personal photographs, traditional African prints, and modern elements, creating a rich and textured environment. Intricately detailed, the composition juxtaposes the personal and the cultural, inviting viewers to explore the layered narratives present within the space. To the right, a large framed photograph of a couple dressed in matching, vibrant traditional attire dominates part of the composition, signifying cultural identity and familial bonds. The careful arrangement of objects on the table, including a patterned kettle and a cup, and scattered photographs and memorabilia enhance the sense of personal history and memory woven throughout the artwork.
