| The painting is signed by Twin Seven Seven. Born "Taiwo Olanyi Salau" Twins Seven Seven adopted the pseudonym as the only survivor of seven sets of twins.
Internationally reknowned artist, his paintings are heavily influenced by the rich culture of the Yoruba in Nigeria.
Artist for Peace
On the 25th May 2005 the General Director of UNESCO, Matsuura, awarded Twins Seven Seven the title "Artist for Peace". The title is awarded to internationally recognised personalities who have helped to give a better understanding of UNESCO's goals.
Ref.: "Contemporary Art of Africa" - André Magnin and Jaques Soulillou - 1996 |