This is a limited edition print.  "Short Straw" is an abstract mixed media piece that captures the tension and intensity of an ancient African ritual. The vibrant layers of color and texture symbolize the pulse of village life, where tradition and honor intersect in a battle of strength and courage. In this village, men must prove their worth through a test of manhood—the hunt of a lion. Only the man who draws the "short straw" must face the lion, a creature embodying the untamed spirit of the land, to earn the favor of the next queen or princess. The chaotic brushstrokes and bold splashes of color evoke the adrenaline and fear that accompany this trial, where fate and fortune decide who will rise to meet their destiny. "Short Straw" illustrates the timeless tension between man and nature, courage and survival, all within the framework of tradition. The abstract forms invite the viewer to explore deeper layers of meaning, representing not only the physical struggle but the emotional and spiritual journey of the warrior.
open edition lithograph print. Watercolor based original, signed. 
 
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