Ari Bazate #4
Shared Hands
Canvas: Green
Leather: Brown
Dimension: Middle 152 x 213 cm | 5 x 7"
Art is a reflection of identity.
Tradition gives it meaning.
Created by Yarhne Halte in Bazate Village, this original canvas wall hanging is inspired by the colours and artistic expressions of the Ari people.
Hand-painted using white, black and natural orange pigments, each brushstroke reflects generations of creativity and cultural heritage. The composition is not intended to replicate traditional art, but to honor its enduring beauty through contemporary expression.
Every artwork is a tribute to the people who continue to keep these traditions alive.
Please note: The orange pigment is traditionally produced by the Ari community using natural materials. Slight staining and colour variation are part of its authentic character.
Ari Bazate #4
THE PROCESS, THE PEOPLE.
Ari Bazate #4
THE PROCESS, THE PEOPLE.
Ari Bazate #4
THE PROCESS, THE PEOPLE.
Ari Bazate #4
THE PROCESS, THE PEOPLE.
About the Ari Community
The Ari people are one of the largest communities in southern Ethiopia, where traditions continue to shape everyday life.
Creativity is woven into their culture. Homes are decorated with hand-painted murals made from natural pigments, pottery is crafted using techniques passed down through generations, and body art expresses identity, beauty and belonging. Jewellery, woven garments and handcrafted objects all reflect a deep connection to family, community and the land.
For the Ari, art is not separate from daily life, it is part of who they are.
This rich cultural heritage became the inspiration for the Ari Collection. Through contemporary artistic interpretation, we honor the beauty of their traditions and the people who continue to keep them alive.
Every tradition tells a story.
Every story deserves to be honored.
Ari Bazate #4
Shared Hands
Canvas: Green
Leather: Brown
Dimension: Middle 152 x 213 cm | 5 x 7"
Art is a reflection of identity.
Tradition gives it meaning.
Created by Yarhne Halte in Bazate Village, this original canvas wall hanging is inspired by the colours and artistic expressions of the Ari people.
Hand-painted using white, black and natural orange pigments, each brushstroke reflects generations of creativity and cultural heritage. The composition is not intended to replicate traditional art, but to honor its enduring beauty through contemporary expression.
Every artwork is a tribute to the people who continue to keep these traditions alive.
Please note: The orange pigment is traditionally produced by the Ari community using natural materials. Slight staining and colour variation are part of its authentic character.
Every artwork begins with a conversation.
If you would like to know more about a particular wall hanging, the inspiration behind the collection or the communities that welcomed us into their world, we would love to hear from you.
Whether you are building a private collection, sourcing artwork for a project or simply drawn to the stories behind our work, we are here to help.
Because every artwork is more than a wall hanging.
It is a story waiting to be shared.
Contact us any time
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