The artwork titled “Oya’s Betrayal” was created by Harmonia Rosales in 2020. It belongs to the art movements of Postcolonial art and Feminist Art and is classified under the genre of religious painting.
The artwork depicts a scene imbued with significant cultural and religious symbolism. Three central figures are clad in ornate, flowing garments, their presence emphasized by radiant golden halos. One figure, enveloped in a swirling, patterned cloak, appears to be in motion, reaching towards another seated figure, who gazes back with an expression of vigilance. The remaining seated figure, adorned in red and holding a drum, stares forward with a serene yet imposing countenance. In the foreground, two infants, each with golden halos, play among scattered pomegranates and broken pottery, adding layers of innocence and fragility to the powerful narrative embodied by the central figures. The background features an arched structure with lush foliage, enhancing the divine and historic ambiance of the scene. The interplay of rich colors, detailed textures, and vibrant patterns reflects the influence of Postcolonial and Feminist Art on Rosales’s work, challenging traditional representations and celebrating cultural identity.
