Ndebele Belle - tribal woman
Painted in the 1940s by Olga, Ndebele Belle is a striking oil painting on paper that celebrates the beauty and cultural identity of a tribal woman. Rendered in vibrant, expressive colours, the artwork reflects the artist’s sensitivity to form, pattern, and tradition, capturing both individuality and heritage.
The bold palette and confident brushwork highlight traditional adornment and presence, making this piece a vivid example of mid-20th-century figurative and cultural art. Measuring 32 × 25.5 cm, Ndebele Belle is an intimate yet impactful work, ideal for collectors of vintage oil paintings, African-inspired art, and historically significant tribal portraits.
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Artist: Olga
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Title: Ndebele Belle
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Medium: Oil on paper
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Period: 1940s
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Subject: Tribal woman
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Size: 32 × 25.5 cm
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Style: Figurative / Cultural / Vintage