Crowned in Spirals

This evocative sculpture by Lester Jones celebrates the beauty, strength, and cultural heritage of African-descended women through form, texture, and symbolism. The figure’s elaborate crown of coiled wire hair evokes vitality, creativity, and a sense of reverence. Her closed eyes and serene expression suggest introspection, grace, or spiritual grounding. Adorned with a necklace  clay shell-like forms and dressed in a patterned robe, the sculpture bridges ancestral tradition and modern artistry.

Lester Jones is known for his striking raku and clay sculptures that capture Afrocentric identity, often blending natural elements with intricate hand-sculpted detail. His work honors ancestral memory, personal dignity, and cultural pride, inviting viewers to contemplate the enduring legacy of African influence in contemporary art.