Afro Beauty by Florah Maphosa is a striking Afro Pop Art series that channels the vibrant, repetitive visual language of Andy Warhol but transforms it through the lens of African identity and femininity. Like Warhol’s exploration of celebrity and consumerism, Maphosa explores self-expression and cultural heritage. The bold color blocking, intricate floral details, and rich contrasts between dark skin tones and bright backgrounds echo Warhol’s pop aesthetic while incorporating symbols of African beauty and strength. The flowers represent growth and mystery, blending personal identity with cultural pride. Maphosa’s self-portraits are not just reflections of herself but a statement on Black beauty and empowerment, making her work both personal and universal.

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Mystique

Reverie

Lustre

Blossom

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Tsoka dzerwendo

Kutswa

Mudzimai weMusha

Chocolate and Vanilla

The Last Round

Stealth

Mother's love

Mother Love (Giraffe)

2 round tables with marble tops

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collection: Pop Art

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Mystique

Reverie

Lustre

Blossom