Watercolor, 56x69cm, 2004

In this watercolor, Papa captures the essence of Benin's elite: the King, flanked by warriors and musicians(smaller figures at their feet).

Papa subverts that weight with "fragile layers of light" transforming a symbol of rigid authority into restive, vibrant soul.

This piece bridges the monumental history of a 500-year-old empire and the luminous spark of a modern cultural journey.

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Watercolor, 69 x 56 cm, 2004

In this complex composition, Papa captures the grand hierarchy of the Benin Court. The central figure—likely the Oba himself—is physically supported by his attendants, a visual metaphor for a leader bearing the weight of an empire. Through watercolor, Papa transforms the crowded, monumental brass into a collective rhythm, where "restive souls" embody the living pulse of a centuries-old ceremony.

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Watercolor, 69 x 56 cm, 2004

This piece captures the legendary defiance of the Benin Kingdom.

The warrior grasps the "Bird of Prophecy"—a creature foretelling disaster, silenced by the King's command.

Papa's watercolor rendering highlights spiritual triumph over the material realm, weaving a dialogue between the monumental past and ethereal present, affirming that we shape our own destinies.

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Watercolor, 45 x 60cm, 2004

In this work, Papa explores the moment of encounter—not just a portrait of a "stranger," but a testament to the Benin Kingdom's sophistication as a global power.

The 16th-century Portuguese official is rendered with the same ritual gravity as Edo kings and warriors.

While the original bronze immortalized a trade alliance in enduring metal, Papa's watercolor mirrors that pivotal exchange with pigments on paper.

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Watercolor, 69 x 56 cm, 2004

In this watercolor, Papa captures the fascinating ancient myth.

The Benin Oracle announces the Ahianmwen-Oro, bird of prophecy.

Legend tells of an Oba—forewarned of defeat—who slew the "prophetic" bird, won the war, and transformed it into a symbol of human will triumphing over destiny.

Through layers of pigment and light, Papa retells this timeless narrative of our collective past.

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Watercolor, 45x60 cm, 2004

In this piece, Papa captures the quiet gravity of generational succession—not merely two figures, but time itself. The Oba stands as history's pillar, guiding the emerging figure into the sacred traditions of the Benin Kingdom.

Through watercolor, Papa reveals the vulnerability inherent in succession. Where brass once promised permanence, this transparent medium unveils what lies within: the passing of the crown's weight, a legacy softly continued.

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Watercolor, 40 × 50 cm, 2004

In this portrait, Papa transcends the cold permanence of bronze to reveal the living spirit of the Iyoba—the Mother of the King and the most powerful feminine authority of the Benin Kingdom.

Through watercolor, Papa unveils the quiet strength behind her regalia. The medium's transparency filters through the intricate coral lattice of her crown, revealing a presence that transcends the title.

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Available individually (≈ €1,500) or in sets of your choice—with a collector's incentive for multiples or the full series.