Iwalewa Gallery

The Ancestral Mask

The Ancestral Mask 2022

Henry Unuigboje

Oil & Acrylic on canvas.

18 x 24 Inches (45.7 × 61 cm)

This abstract mask-like face, set against a fiery background, suggests a connection to ancient rites. The artwork is a powerful tribute to heritage and spiritual identity.

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About the work
  • Dimension: 18 x 24 Inches(45.7 × 61 cm)
  • Material: Painting
  • Category: Mixed-media paintings
  • Signature: Hand signed by artist.
  • Frame: Optional.
Henry Unuigboje, 1988, Nigeria.

Henry Unuigboje (b. 1988) in Lagos state and he is from Eme-Ora, Edo State Nigeria. Henry is a multidisciplinary artist he received his national diploma (ND) from the school of art and Industry Design in the department of painting and general art 2009/2010, higher national diploma (HND) in sculpture from Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi Edo state Nigeria in 2013. Henry...

Henry Unuigboje (b. 1988) in Lagos state and he is from Eme-Ora, Edo State Nigeria. Henry is a multidisciplinary artist he received his national diploma (ND) from the school of art and Industry Design in the department of painting and general art 2009/2010, higher national diploma (HND) in sculpture from Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi Edo state Nigeria in 2013. Henry draws attention to everyday life fueled by the difference in human behaviors and the belief system in culture and religion. He uses figures, animals and shapes to comment on societal values.
Henry has participated in many art projects and some group exhibitions including Auchi Polytechnic final year student's exhibition (2013), "Life in My City"(2019), "ScAN" (2021), Ibadan Art Fair (2022). He also collaborated and facilitated the "Military Skull" and the "Combat Soldiers" commissioned to Ato Arinze by the National Security Adviser Abuja.
Henry's works can be found in some private collections. He currently lives and works in Lagos, Nigeria.