African Women and Children (1997)


Item Number: 1361

Time Left: 11h 46m

Leading Bidder: lke5619b5

Leading Bid: $135

Next Minimum Bid: $145

Value: $800

Online Close: May 10, 2025 10:00 PM EDT

Bid History: 2 bids

Description

This striking 1997 painting by Kenneth C. Green captures a vivid and heartfelt scene of African women and children in traditional attire. The artist employs warm earth tones and expressive brushwork to convey both the strength and tenderness of familial bonds within a village setting. The composition draws the viewer into a cultural moment, evoking themes of resilience, community, and heritage.


Kenneth C. Green, a well-known and prolific Minneapolis/St. Paul artist. Green was celebrated for his versatility across multiple mediums—including pen and ink, watercolor, oil, acrylic, wood, and ceramic mosaic. His artwork is featured in corporate collections throughout the Twin Cities and has been acquired by notable celebrities such as Paul Anka, Bob Hope, Queen Latifah, and Dionne Warwick.


A founding figure in the St. Paul Art Crawl and a dedicated member of the St. Paul Art Collective, Green was deeply embedded in the local art community. This piece reflects his signature warmth and cultural storytelling, depicting African women and children with dignity and intimacy through expressive brushwork and a palette of warm, earthy tones.


 


Framed 34x28 inches

Donated by

Patricia Dubin