Abiodun Olaku (Nigerian, born 1958) The Nomads

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Abiodun Olaku (Nigerian, born 1958) The Nomads signed and dated 'OLAKU A.O / 10-11' (lower right); bears a label from the Sachs Gallery (verso) oil on board 39,5 x 30,5cm (15 3/8 x 11 13/16in). Footnotes: In The Nomads, 2011, Abiodun Olaku brings his characteristic realism to a scene shaped by movement and atmosphere. His careful handling of light and depth lends the composition a quiet sense of movement, distance and transience. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing

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Abiodun Olaku (Nigerian, born 1958) The Nomads

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