Emmanuel Taku

Acquired directly from the artist by the present owner

“In capturing the layered essence of the Black bodies in my work, I seek to capture a sense of balance and conflict within a single entity captured as a demi-god. I have always looked to push the boundaries of representation and I believe it is important to celebrate the complexity of existence." 

(Emmanuel Taku, as quoted in Danielle Gorodenzik, "Joseph Awuah-Darko and Emmanuel Taku Interviewed by Africa First," Africa First, 24 February 2021 (Online).  )

His personal fascination with the floral paisley prints has always been one since youth.  Presenting the use of floral paisley prints, personal fascination with the pattern and fabric that has since youth. He also felt that paisley represents a melting spot of cultural identity; first being fashioned in India and expanding in reach before becoming adopted into a British sensibility and finally the sartorial mainstream. The artist renders to make active voice on capturing two figures in juxtaposition in order to create a sense of consolidation, synergy, and unity. The anthropomorphic silhouettes created by the bodies engulfed in silk screened fabric print are emphatic of this unity.