Ori Apere is a terracotta sculpture that reinterprets the Yoruba concept of Ori, the inner head and spiritual essence, through a minimalist cubic human profile.
Its geometric form is contrasted by intricate sgraffito engravings and subtle green underglaze, symbolizing the layered relationship between the physical and spiritual.
The engraved lines metaphorically trace life’s experiences, choices, and influences that shape destiny and inner consciousness.
By using terracotta, Adeoti grounds the work in Yoruba artistic tradition while offering a contemporary reflection on identity, purpose, and spiritual alignment
To know more about Azeez Afeez's "Ori Apere II (Inner self series)" click on the link below to download the information sheet.