Description
Meet Oba™
The Meaning Behind the Name — Kingship, Leadership & Dignity
Oba embodies the sovereignty and dignity that belong to us by birth. His name evokes kingship, while his character reminds us that true leadership begins with knowing our worth. Dignity is not something bestowed upon us. It is our inheritance.
Oba™ Black Doll is an original, one-of-a-kind handmade collectible textile artwork from the Black Dolls Matter® Pink Label Collection, created by artist and designer Mark Ruffin in Philadelphia.
Celebrating Black boyhood, individuality, and cultural identity, Oba embodies the beauty of representation through the artistry of traditional cloth dollmaking.
Individually handcrafted with expressive features, beautifully styled yarn hair, embroidered details, a soft poly-fill interior, and custom-made clothing, this Oba™ possesses a character uniquely his own. Our signature golden heart symbolizes the care and intention woven into every creation.
More than a doll, Oba™ is a collectible textile artwork connecting ancestral memory with future possibility.
One of a Kind | Sold As Seen
The doll pictured is the exact original artwork you will receive, including the clothing and accessories specified in this listing. Only one of this particular creation is available.
Handmade with purpose. Rooted in heritage. Created for the future.
