Explore African diaspora art and Afro paintings including African portraits pantings. Afro art is often arranged in patterns or is inspired by subject matter that is connected to the diaspora. Art of the African diaspora also contains references to traditional African design techniques. For example, the gold leaf motif that sets apart the Afro art paintings by artist Lisa Hunt is rooted in traditional African textile making.
An African diaspora map may show the migration of the African people over the course of centuries. African diaspora home decor, as a result, is influenced by many different geological locations and peoples around the globe who are connected through Africa as their continent of origin. African diaspora art can also fall into the category of African portrait paintings. This art of the African diaspora uses jewel-tones to depict important female figures over the course of time in Africa.
Afro paintings are often hung in a living room, bedroom or office space, including home offices. They are made in limited editions, signed and dated by the artist, which adds to their uniqueness. Each piece can easily find its home situated among a variety of existing home decor pieces that are delivered with free shipping in the U.S.