Oriki Omolú by Brazilian artist Nádia Taquary is a sculptural work created in 2020. It is made from a combination of natural and crafted materials, including centenary ipê wood, Nigerian lagidigbás beads, straw, glass beads, and copper. The piece measures 74 x 11 x 7 inches and is displayed vertically, with its longest dimension running from top to bottom. Mounted directly on the wall, the sculpture consists of two visually distinct sections that create a striking contrast in texture, color, and form. At the top is a densely compacted mass of dark, twisted materials. Black cords or wires are tightly coiled and intertwined with glass beads and possibly strands of copper, forming an irregular, rounded cluster. This section is rich in texture, with sharp lines and small shadows that create a dramatic visual weight. The darkness and density of the upper portion immediately command attention and act as a focal point for the viewer. Hanging from the base of this upper cluster is a long, flowing cascade of golden-tan fibers. These coarse strands resemble straw, raffia, or untreated plant fibers and are loosely gathered at the top before falling freely downward. The fibers hang straight, forming a soft, curtain-like layer that contrasts with the solid and knotted mass above. This vertical extension adds height and elegance to the composition, guiding the viewer’s eye from the heavy form at the top to the lighter, more delicate movement below. The sculpture’s material contrasts—between hard and soft, dark and light, rigid and fluid—highlight Taquary’s ability to create meaning through form and texture. The title Oriki Omolú refers to a praise poem or chant (oriki) associated with Omolú, an orixá (deity) in Afro-Brazilian and Yoruba religious traditions, often linked to healing, illness, and protection. Through her thoughtful use of materials and symbolic references, Taquary’s work honors ancestral knowledge and spiritual lineage. The upper form can be read as a protective or powerful force, while the cascading fibers below may evoke ceremonial garments, sacred rituals, or the flow of blessings and energy.