Art Information Sheet Forty One- Meji's Eze goes to school
A read through Lawrence Meju’s artwork laced with Contemporary African Narrative of Education, Identity, and Cultural Negotiation.
Art Information Sheet Forty- Philips Nzekwe's Prodigy.
Get mused in a world of curiosity with Philips Nzekwe's Prodigy.
Art Information Sheet Thirty Nine - Anagbado's Egwu Ogbo
Delve into the rich narrative behind Anagbado's Egwu Ogbo
Art Information Sheet Thirty Eight - Jesus of Lubeck; Journey Mercies
Discover the celebration of colour and image on Ken Nwadiogbu's "Jesus of Lubeck, Journey mercies"
Art Information Sheet Thirty-Seven - Azekwoh’s No Victor, No Vanquished
Explore the fascinating symbolism behind Azekwoh’s No Victor, No Vanquished.
Art Information Sheet Thirty-Six - Lanre Tejuoso's Wota na Wota
Discover Tejuosho’s interesting style of transforming waste to Art.
Art Information Sheet Thirty-Five - Ben Osawe's Bronze Bird
Explore this stunning piece of artwork to see how the bird's features were expertly made to show the shape of its wings and eyes and the artist behind it
Art Information Sheet Thirty-Four - George Edozie's Dimkpa
Explore Edozie’s use of fabrics in creating this stunning sculpture.
Art Information Sheet Thirty-Three - The Yoruba Beaded Crown
Learn more about 'Ade', the Yoruba symbol of power, authority and sovereignty!
Art Information Sheet Thirty-Two - Peju Alatise's Nine-Year Old Bride
Delve into the interesting technique which Alatise employs in creating the Nine Year Old Bride and the significance behind the work.
Art Information Sheet Thirty-One - Jimoh Buraimoh’s People of Hope
Learn more about 'People of Hope' and the artist behind it!
Art Information Sheet Thirty - Iya-Oba Rooster
Uncover the mystery behind the Iya-Oba Rooster in the Benin Kingdom.
Art Information Sheet Twenty-Nine- Ben Osaghae's Prayer Warriors
Uncover the unique style of Ben Osaghae and the idea behind his work “Prayer Warriors”.
Art Information Sheet Twenty-Eight - Olawunmi Banjo's Comforter
Take a closer look at this work portraying Mother and child.
Art Information Sheet Twenty-Seven - Ben Enwonwu's Africa Dances
Explore the 'Africa Dances' sculpture and the artist behind it!
Art Information Sheet Twenty-Six - Uchay Joel Chima's Human Resources
Discover the layered symbolism of Chima's mixed media tapestry
Art Information Sheet Twenty-Five - David Dale's Safe Journey
Acquaint yourself with the man behind the metal foil piece, Safe Journey, and the technique that brought it to life
Art Information Sheet Twenty-Four - Bird of Prophecy
Uncover the mystery behind the Brass bird of the Ahianmwen-Oro Festival in Benin.
Art Information Sheet Twenty-Three- Erabor Emokpae’s Iya Abiku
Probe into the artwork “Iya Abiku” and the renowned artist who made it
Art Information Sheet Twenty-Two - Jimoh Akolo’s Sojourners
Get engrossed in the artistic practice of Jimoh Akolo and the voyage of his work “The Sojourners”
Art Information Sheet Twenty-One - Ndidi Dike Afikpo Masks
Delve into the brilliant masking tradition of Afikpo.
Art Information Sheet Twenty - Lamidi Fakeye’s Owo Eyo
Discover more about the master carver Lamidi Fakeye and his work "Owo Eyo”
Art Information Sheet Nineteen - Ato Arinze’s Oke Osisi
Take a close look at Ato Arinze’s unique pottery technique and his work Oke Osisi.
Art Information Sheet Eighteen - Yusuf Grillo's Abe Nu Gongo
An insight into the life of Yusuf Grillo and his work, Abe nu Gongo
Art Information Sheet Seventeen - Ozioma Onuzulike’s Nkukere Aki Armor for the Giant of Africa
Explore the intricacies of a clay shell and its metaphor as Africa’s natural resources.
Art Information Sheet Sixteen - Gelede Headdress
Delve into the Gelede head mask and masquerade which is a part of Yoruba culture.
Art Information Sheet Fifteen - Benin Ivory Saltcellar
Discover more about ivory and saltcellars in the ancient Benin kingdom.
Art Information Sheet Fourteen - Kolade Oshinowo’s Nomads
Probe into the artwork “Nomads” and the renowned artist who made it.
Art Information Sheet Thirteen - Chris Afuba's Adamma Masquerade
Delve into Chris Afuba's representation of the Adamma Masquerade.
Art Information Sheet Twelve - Ifa Divination Tray
Explore Ifa divination culture in Yoruba land and its significance in Yoruba history.
Making Matter : Exhibition Catalogue
Download the catalogue for our inaugural exhibition which features works by El Anatsui, Bruce Onobrakpeya, Nike Davies, Ben Osawe, Uchay Joel Chima and Ayobola Kekere-Ekun
Art Information Sheet Eleven : Abayomi Barber's Ali Maigoro
Take a close look at Abayomi Barber’s art style which in turn influenced an Art School.
Art Information Sheet Ten : Nike's Cycle of Life
Delve into the different symbolisms imbued in the “Adire” fabric by looking closely at the different motifs in Mama Nike’s “Cycle of Life”.
Art Information Sheet Nine : The Nok Head In Context
The Nok sculptures which date back to the 2nd to 5th centuries are important parts of Nigeria’s rich heritage. This Information sheet explores the Nok culture.
Art Information Sheet Eight : Onobrakpeya's Ibiebe Alphabets
Come along with us on this journey to learn more about the legendary artist Bruce Onobrakpeya and take a glimpse at his art making process and technique.
Art Information Sheet Seven : Gerald Chukwuma's World Without War
This Information sheet gives a background on the artist, Gerald Chukwuma, and his work “World Without War”.
Art Information Sheet Six : El Anatsui's Sisi Eko
This information sheet explores the life of El Anatsui and the concepts that drive his work.
Art Information Five : Uche Okeke's Conflict
The fifth art information sheet explains the inspiration behind Uche Okeke's artwork titled 'Conflict' and what it represents.
Art Information Four : Aina Onabolu
The information sheet delves into the life of Aina Onabolu, his ideologies and how his artistic movement shaped and inspired art forms in Nigeria.
Art Information Three : Benin art through a bronze head
Learn about the Benin Kingdom, its history and inspiration towards definition art in Nigerian history
Art Information Two : The discovery of the Igbo-ukwu bronze art
Access this information sheet to discover the story behind the Igbo-ukwu art and how it came to be.
Art Information Sheet One - A royal head within the context of Ife Art
In Yoruba Philosophy, the head is seen as the shell that houses the essence of an individual. Discover the amazing history behind the Ife royal head and the methods adapted into creating a life-like sculpture.
Postcolonial Modernism; Art and Decolonization Twentieth Century Nigeria
Jessica Nzenwata, our researcher, reviews an Okeke Agulu's book, Postcolonial Modernism; Art and Decolonization that was faced in 20th century Nigeria.
"Ben Enwonwu: The Making of an African Modernist"- A summary review
Our Director, Dr. Jess Castellote gives a brief summary of the book "Ben Enwonwu: The Making of an African Modernist" by Sylvester Okwunodu Ogbechie, highlighting the major points of the book as well as its importance to the history of African art.
Review of Benin By Barbara Plankensteiner
Solomon Nkwagu, Audience and Visitors Manager having enjoyed this profound literary work by Barbara Plankensteiner , gives us a highpoint of what the book entails and its importance.
