This Batik was hand drawn and signed by Mr. Kiwanuka. He is fast gaining recognition as the premier Batik artist in Kenya! Batiks are produced in Kenya by brushing hot liquid wax onto a piece of cotton cloth in the desired pattern. The canvas is then dipped into a dye which adheres to all of the areas that are not covered by the wax. The wax is then removed and reapplied repeated for each color used. This is a tedious time consuming endeavor that yields exceptional art. Animals, village scenes, landscapes, seascapes and abstracts compose much of the subject matter. The colors are natural and brilliant! The Maasai, despite being one of Africa’s most fabled peoples and cultural attraction, have held onto much of their traditional ways. Young boys eager to prove themselves are busy throughout the day practicing and improving upon their herding and hunting techniques. After a long exhausting day they gather and exchange stories of their experiences and accomplishments. This batik is heavy weight and in excellent condition for framing. It is also perfectly fine to hang as is! Please click photo for enlargement! When OFFLINE click button to leave a message! Dimensions: 25 inches across x 16 1/2 inches tall. Wt: 1 lb. **For a complete inventory listing please go to the 'Index' section on the Navigation Bar to your right** Item 240a$45.00 The WarehousePlease click here for new arrivals. The Curators GalleryPlease click here for exclusive high grade selections.