This painting is a Tingatinga-style artwork from Tanzania, featuring a central bird resembling a guineafowl, surrounded by colorful, stylized birds in vibrant hues of red, yellow, blue, and green. The decorative flat perspective, intricate dot patterns, and lively composition are hallmarks of Tingatinga art, which celebrates African wildlife and nature through playful, exaggerated forms. The painting is signed by Noah Marika, a second-generation artist from the Tingatinga school. Marika began his career in the 1970s or 1980s and contributed to the growth of Tingatinga art after the death of its founder, Edward Saidi Tingatinga, in 1972.
Known for his vibrant, detailed works, Marika's pieces often depict African animals and are sought after in both local and international markets. His work reflects the playful yet sophisticated aesthetic of this celebrated Tanzanian art tradition.