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Black Gold Exhibition at the National Museum of African Art
Great, moving artwork is what you will see when attending the Black Gold Exhibition at the National Museum of African Art located in Washington, DC.
Perfect for attending as a nice day trip to the area or a tangent on a longer vacation, this exhibit features pieces done by renowned artist Yinka Shonibore. He uses a painted fabric technique to create the beautiful pieces that are on display at the museum, which are very closely linked and associated to the African Identity. The fabrics themselves are called Dutch wax clothes are are sold throughout Africa, yet were first made in both Holland and England while being based on the patternwork that originates from Indonesia. For Shonibare, these cloths are something that represents how complex identity is along with how cultures are dependent upon one another. You will see this in his work, creating visually stunning pieces that will leave you thinking about the complexities in the world.
Perfect for attending as a nice day trip to the area or a tangent on a longer vacation, this exhibit features pieces done by renowned artist Yinka Shonibore. He uses a painted fabric technique to create the beautiful pieces that are on display at the museum, which are very closely linked and associated to the African Identity. The fabrics themselves are called Dutch wax clothes are are sold throughout Africa, yet were first made in both Holland and England while being based on the patternwork that originates from Indonesia. For Shonibare, these cloths are something that represents how complex identity is along with how cultures are dependent upon one another. You will see this in his work, creating visually stunning pieces that will leave you thinking about the complexities in the world.
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National Museum of African Art in Washington DC
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National Museum of African Art
950 Independence Ave SW
Washington, DC 20560
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