FUNERAL DAY
by Daniel 'Nshira' Akortia
20x30" Acrylic on Canvas
FUNERAL DAY is a modern rendition of “Funeral Procession” by artist ELLIS WILSON painted circa 1950. This famous painting was featured on The Cosby Show living room for years.
POEM by PHAT GYRL
Everyday, I see this woman
She looks like you & me
I just can’t figure out where I know her from
Or, If we’ve ever even met
What I do always remember of her is her sadness
Almost cold, not harshly towards others, but for herself.
It seems as if she’s only around for me to see
‘cause no one else seems to notice her pain, but me
One look, and see her suffrage is clearly visible
I’m afraid to ask her if she’s okay
For fear, I will not know what to do if she says:
“No, I’m not okay!”
CONTACT THE POET:
Twitter: @PhatGyrl
Blog: Phat Gyrl Blogspot
This that painting from the Cosby show that Claire bought?
ReplyDeleteHi Rondell, better late than never ::: its a modern version of that painting - click the "Funeral Procession" link above where I talk about it. Thanks for commenting!
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