'Elder' - Acrylic on Canvas - Jorandi Kisiku Joseph Randolph Bowers

'Elder' - Acrylic on Canvas - Jorandi Kisiku Joseph Randolph BowersThis iconic painting depicts a universal elder, sage, or divinity, radiating a spirited power from a sparkling coat of many colours. Surrounded by vibrant blossoms, the figure's intriguing and open ended identity has led to it being held in reverence as a saint or goddess by viewers internationally. Collection: Legacy Collection Medium: Acrylic on Canvas Size: 45 x 45 x 1. 5 cm approx. 18 x 18 x 0. 6 in. Year: 2025 Condition: Painted on an as is

This iconic painting depicts a universal elder, sage, or divinity, radiating a spirited power from a sparkling coat of many colours. Surrounded by vibrant blossoms, the figure's intriguing and open-ended identity has led to it being held in reverence as a saint or goddess by viewers internationally.

Collection: Legacy Collection
Medium: Acrylic on Canvas
Size: 45 x 45 x 1.5 cm - approx. 18 x 18 x 0.6 in.
Year: 2025
Condition: Painted on an as-is vintage canvas and stretch-frame (circa 2010), which adds to its unique character.

Story & Narrative Significance

The central figure is an archetypal sage, a being of immense and spirited power. Their sparkling, multi-coloured coat contrasts beautifully with the surrounding blossoms of crimson and blue, creating a work that is both visually stunning and deeply captivating. Since its creation, this painting has taken on a life of its own. To the artist's surprise, the image was adopted by a group of devotees in the United Kingdom, who independently came to see the figure as a representation of a saint or goddess. This unexpected journey is a testament to the work's universal spiritual resonance and its ability to speak to people across different cultures and beliefs. It is a profound work for a collector who appreciates art with a living history and a mysterious, universal power.