Contemporary Figurative Portrait of a Woman with Bantu Knots

This is a contemporary figurative painting on a vertical rectangular canvas, likely executed in acrylic or oil. The artwork features a profile view of a Black woman with her hair styled in three prominent Bantu knots with highlights of deep red and black. The subject's skin is rendered through a vibrant, expressionistic palette of oranges, purples, and browns, showcasing athletic facial features and a long, elegant neck. She wears large, semi-circular golden hoop earrings and a white garment with dark outline details. The background is a mix of gestural brushstrokes in teal, blue, and earthy green tones, creating a textured, painterly atmosphere. The canvas appears to be gallery-wrapped, as the paint continues over the edges, suggesting it is intended to be displayed without a frame. The brushwork is bold and impasto-like in certain areas, particularly on the face and neck, indicating a confident hand and modern style consistent with early 21st-century contemporary art. No visible signature or maker's mark is discernible from the front. The condition appears to be excellent with no visible signs of cracking, fading, or structural damage to the canvas support.