This abstract sculpture features a central black ceramic form with a large, amorphous opening at the top, resembling a vase or a vessel. Emanating from the base are numerous curved, interlinked black ceramic chains or loops, creating a sprawling, organic composition that appears to grow outward. The overall effect is a striking juxtaposition of the rigid, geometric ceramic form and the flowing, interconnected chains, evoking a sense of movement and energetic tension. The artist's use of a monochromatic black palette and the sculptural, almost industrial quality of the materials suggest a conceptual exploration of themes like transformation, connection, and the relationship between form and function. ...
Anneagma shares a profound and intimate connection with the earth as her primary medium. She is captivated by its fluid nature—earth lacks form until shaped by human touch and energy, and through the transformative power of fire, it undergoes a fundamental change. She perceives the earth as a vital form of language, where sensory experience and tactile engagement reconnect her to primal instincts often overlooked. Her creative process involves deep self-reflection and a desire to bridge her Western context with Sub-Saharan African roots, exploring the concept of genetic memory. Drawing inspiration from this cultural synthesis, Anneagma crafts singular sculptural forms that appear as if they have surfaced from ancient times or the very core of the earth. These carefully fashioned works merge traditional craftsmanship with a modern sensibility, demanding refined technical mastery while emanating a compelling, unified presence. Known as Migrant Objects, these pieces evoke stories of history and migration, serving as poignant reminders of collective memory and the importance of remembering. ...
Galerie Cecile Fakhoury opened its doors in Abidjan, Ivory Coast in September 2012. In May 2018, the gallery inaugurated its second space in Dakar, Senegal and a showroom in Paris, France. Shortly after, in March 2020, a new project space dedicated to emerging artists from Africa opened in Abidjan. In October 2021, Galerie Cecile Fakhoury inaugurated another gallery, opening in the 8th arrondissement of Paris on Avenue Matignon. The gallery promotes contemporary art from Africa and the Diaspora by providing visibility to the artistic diversity and creative spirit from the continent. Through its programming of solo and group exhibitions, participation in international art fairs, biennales, and collaboration with international galleries, Cecile Fakhoury is a leading force putting contemporary African art on the global map. The artists represented by the gallery are distinguished by their cultural identities and stories, they create a new language that crosses geographical boundaries and familiarities. They are observers of the world they live in, critics of society, and committed to their positions living within complex histories. In turn, they ask us to reconsider our own relation to the world. ...
