Cheikh Anta Diop (Digital painting)
| Cheikh Anta Diop | |
|---|---|
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| Artist | Ade Olufeko |
| Year | 2014 |
| Type | digital painting on coated paper |
| Movement | Digital art Graphic design |
| Dimensions | 60 cm × 91 cm (24 in × 36 in) |
| Location | Private collection, Boston[citation needed] |
Cheikh Anta Diop is an abstract digital painting, a titled artwork sharing the same name of iconic Senegalese anthropologist Cheikh Anta Diop, a painting created by multidisciplinary designer Ade Olufeko, known for his contributions to african themed graphic design.[1]
Debut[edit]
In 2014, Olufeko a first-generation Nigerian American was invited to speak to audiences on business topics and the creative arts, at the 16th Annual Africa Business Conference at Harvard Business School.[2][not in citation given] Following the conference lectures a solo exhibition to the Cambridge public showcased new artworks created by Olufeko, the Diop painting anchored the collection.[citation needed]
Reception[edit]
The artwork resurrecting the iconic figure as a subject has been referenced by scholars and cited online by various Francophone and English intellectuals familiar with Anta Diop's place in history.[1]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Ezeanya-Esiobu, Chika. "Adé Olufeko and the resurrection of Cheik Anta Diop". Pambazuka News. Retrieved 24 Nov 2016.
- ↑ "The 16th Annual Africa Business Conference - Africa Accelerates: Equipping A Vibrant African Economy". The Center for African Studies. January 2014. Archived from the original on 2016-11-16.
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