Witch Doctor Revisited 2011

Njideka Akunyili Crosby's "Witch Doctor Revisited" (2011) is a mixed-media painting that utilizes a collage technique to create a complex and layered image. The artwork features a central figure of a woman in a vibrant yellow dress, with the background composed of numerous smaller images, referencing the artist's Nigerian heritage and family history. Crosby's use of photo-realistic detail and meticulous layering evokes a sense of intimacy and personal narrative, challenging Western art historical traditions and reflecting the complexities of contemporary life.