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Breaking the Cross (Resurrection of Self)
Breaking the Cross (Resurrection of Self)
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- Museum-quality construction – 180 gsm fine-art photo paper for lasting quality
- Matte finish – sophisticated look and feel, glare-free viewing
- Vibrant colors – advanced printing techniques for stunning visuals
- Scratch and water-resistant – stays pristine indoors
- Made-to-order – quality craftsmanship and sustainability
- Powerful symbolism – spiritual liberation, consciousness, Black excellence
The Power of Breaking the Cross
This artwork captures a moment of profound transformation—a Black man breaking free from the cross-shaped structure that once confined him. The cross is translucent, revealing that the barriers were always see-through, always penetrable, always conquerable. His muscles are tense with effort, fists raised in triumph and defiance. This is not submission—this is resurrection. Not death—but rebirth. The figure emerges not as victim but as victor, reclaiming his power, his identity, his divine self.
Symbolism of Color and Light
The radiant greens, ambers, and golds surrounding the figure are not decorative—they're spiritual. Green represents renewal, growth, and life force. After breaking free, new life begins. Amber and gold represent divine energy, spiritual enlightenment, and ancestral connection. The warm tones evoke fire—not destruction, but purification and transformation. The figure is bathed in this light because liberation is divine. Breaking mental chains is spiritual work. Reclaiming self is sacred.
Breaking Mental, Social, and Spiritual Confinement
The cross-shaped enclosure represents all forms of confinement: Mental confinement (limiting beliefs, internalized oppression, self-doubt imposed by systems designed to break you). Social confinement (stereotypes, systemic racism, economic barriers, social structures that box you into roles not of your choosing). Spiritual confinement (religious doctrines used as tools of control, separation from ancestral knowledge, disconnection from higher self). The figure breaks all three simultaneously because true liberation requires complete transformation—mind, society, and spirit working together.
The Resurrection of Self
This is not just breaking free—it's resurrection. The title makes this explicit: "Resurrection of Self." When you break the cross, you don't just escape—you're reborn. You reclaim the self that was buried under oppression, limitation, and externally imposed identity. This is the moment of recognizing: I am not what they said I was. I am not confined by their structures. I contain divine power. I am resurrected into my true self.
Product Specifications
Size: 18″×24″ vertical
Material: 180 gsm fine-art photo paper (archival quality)
Finish: Matte for sophisticated, glare-free display
Printing: Vibrant, high-fidelity pigment for stunning visual depth
Durability: Scratch and water-resistant surface
Production: Made-to-order for quality and sustainability
Frame: Not included
Care: Gently dust with clean, dry cloth. Avoid direct sunlight and humidity
Why This Artwork Matters
This piece radiates a modern yet timeless energy—perfect for art lovers, collectors, and anyone seeking to express their individuality and higher consciousness. Whether displayed in a living room, study, meditation space, or gallery wall, it commands attention and sparks reflection. It's ideal as a personal treasure or a meaningful gift that uplifts and inspires. Every time you see this artwork, you're reminded: the structures that confine you are translucent. They can be broken. You contain the power to shatter them. Your liberation is not passive—it requires effort, strength, raised fists, and refusal to accept confinement. You are not just breaking free. You are resurrecting into your true, divine, powerful self. That is the message. That is the power. That is Breaking the Cross.

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