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Andra Daans

Portraits of Life

 
 

Whispers from the Shadows

 

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Andra Daans

Portraits of Life

 
 
Gallory

Whispers from the Shadows

Within the hidden depths of history's shadowed pages, rest the untold tales of children whose lives were not only unrealised but tragically denied. These stories, shrouded in the obscurity of unrevealed truths, echo the profound injustice inflicted upon them solely based on the color of their skin.

 

Whispers from the Shadows stands as a poignant tribute to these stolen futures, a heartfelt exploration that seeks to unearth the voices silenced by brutal violence and or the respect they were unjustly denied. This series delves into the painful, inspiring, and oft-forgotten narratives of those who were never allowed to fully embrace the lives they deserved.

BLACK ART GALLERY BLACK ART

Black boy sitting on a chocolate box

Bittersweet 
 Oil on linen, 80 x 120 cm / 31.5 x 47.5 in
In private collection

A black-and-white painting of four girls in various poses, surrounded by lush foliage, with vibrant orange butterflies adding contrast. The scene conveys themes of resilience, transformation, and connection to nature.

Sound of Eternal Remembrance
 Oil on Belgian linen, 100 x 80 cm / 39 3/8 x 31.5 in
4.850 Eur *

A black-and-white painting depicting three young girls carrying heavy loads, with a faint figure in the background and a single colorful balloon floating above. The contrast highlights themes of struggle, resilience, and hope.

The Weight of the World
 Oil on Belgian linen, 140 x 120 cm/ 55.11 x 47.5 in 
5.000 Eur *

A black-and-white portrait of a young girl with a playful smile, contrasted by a vibrant bouquet of flowers, fruit, and butterflies emerging from her head. The intricate patterned background adds depth, symbolizing joy, imagination, and resilience.

Sugar Blossom
 Oil on linen, 80 x 120 cm/ 31.5 x 47.5 in 
4.300 Eur *

A black-and-white portrait of a black boy playing the violin. contrasted by a vibrant passion flower.The intricate patterned background adds depth, symbolizing joy, imagination, and resilience.

Whispers of a Hidden Symphony
 Oil on Belgian linen, 80 x 80 cm/ 31.5 x 31.5 in 
5.100 Eur *

a black and white painting of a boy sitting on his bike

Silent Reverberations
 Oil on Belgian linen, 100 x 120 cm/ 39 3/8 x 47.5 in 
5.000 Eur *

A black-and-white portrait of a young woman in chains. Her arms resting on a cushion. In her chained hands she holds a golden crown

Bound by Empire, Cradled by the Crown
 Oil and metal leaves on Belgian linen, 60 x 60 cm / 23.6 x 23.6 in 
1.850 Eur *

4 girls
Sugar Blossom
Hope
Bittersweet
Joseph
Emmet
Bound by Empire
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