Our Culture in Nobility “Durbar” – 2018
Oil on Canvas | 126 x 108 cm
From the Curator :
"This captivating painting, another from the “ethereal dreamlike series” by Dr. John Oyedemi, masterfully captures the dynamism and regality of the Durbar festival. The characters in the scene—horsemen clad in traditional regalia—burst forth with energy and nobility. Their faces, partially obscured by richly adorned turbans and veils, add an air of mystery and solemnity to the festive atmosphere. The figures are portrayed with a dramatic interplay of light and shadow, which highlights the textural contrasts in their clothing and the gleaming embellishments on their horses.
The color palette is both bold and nuanced, with splashes of gold, yellow, and red amidst a predominantly neutral background, drawing the viewer’s eye to the intricate details of the riders’ attire and the horses' adornments. Each stroke serves to emphasize the swift motion and powerful presence of the horsemen, making the scene come alive with a raw, kinetic energy. This artwork not only captures the physical aspects of the Durbar participants but also conveys their cultural significance, portraying them as vibrant carriers of tradition and pageantry."
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About the artist
John Oyedemi, hailing from South Nigeria was born in 1966, resides and practises in Bukuru. Graduating from the Department of Fine Arts at the renowned Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. Oyedemi perceives art as a means for individuals to construct an alternative reality, offering a second perspective on existence through imagination.
Currently a lecturer at the University of Jos, his Durbar paintings illustrate "Padanci" in the Hausa language, vivid portraits of wealth and power.
He spent his early years in the market selling any item that could bring money, "it was an exciting moment in life with so many stories to tell today", he recalls.
He likes to combine the impasto colour technique for thematic analysis of the events, combined with an impressionist approach to his subjects, to bring the very essence of the moment to the fore. Over the last 25 years, he has expressed his passion for North Nigeria's scenery and royalties through his iconic equestrian and Durbar scenes.
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