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Keeper of the River’s Bounty

This vibrant painting features a central figure of a woman with deep brown skin and expressive eyes, holding a large, silver-scaled fish close to her chest. Dressed in a deep blue patterned garment, she stands powerfully grounded against an intricately detailed and overwhelmingly red background. The backdrop teems with traditional motifs, mythological figures, animals, and ritualistic patterns that evoke stories of fertility, celebration, and cultural identity. The fish, often a symbol of abundance, resilience, and sustenance, suggests the woman’s role as a guardian of nature and tradition. Her solemn expression contrasts the vibrant chaos behind her, offering a moment of stillness and strength. The circular canvas heightens the symbolism of continuity and life cycles within the richly layered narrative.