Portrait Of Derrick Adams, El Santo Oficio 2017

"Portrait of Derrick Adams, El Santo Oficio" (2017) by Kehinde Wiley is a contemporary portrait that reimagines traditional Western art by featuring a Black man in a pose reminiscent of religious iconography. The figure, Derrick Adams, is positioned against a dramatic backdrop, referencing the Spanish Inquisition, where people of color were persecuted for their faith. Wiley's work challenges historical representations of power and identity, offering a powerful commentary on racial injustice and the enduring impact of colonialism.