bronze, wood, textile, beads, piano strings, twine, uniqueTiwani Contemporary
Description
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This abstract artwork features a textured, weathered surface with a mix of earthy greens, browns, and grays. The overall composition is organic, with swirling patterns and irregular shapes that evoke the natural world. While no specific subject matter is depicted, the piece suggests an exploration of materiality, decay, and the passage of time. The artist's use of a minimal color palette and expressive, gestural techniques creates a sense of depth and movement, inviting the viewer to examine the intricate details and subtle variations across the surface. This work likely reflects the artist's interest in the inherent beauty and expressiveness of natural forms and processes. ...
Founded in London in 2011 by Maria Varnava, Tiwani Contemporary exhibits and represents international contemporary artists. Specifically, the gallery champions artists from Africa and its diaspora. To celebrate its 10-year anniversary, in February 2022 Tiwani Contemporary launched a purpose-built 2,000sq ft space on Victoria Island, Lagos. For Maria Varnava, who grew up in Nigeria, this is considered a homecoming. Besides its regular programme of exhibitions, Tiwani Contemporary Lagos collaborates with G.A.S –Guest Artists Space–, Yinka Shonibare’s Foundation, to offer residencies for international artists from the programme who are interested in expanding their creative practice and exchanging with local artists. The gallery aims to collaborate and contribute to the arts ecosystem in Lagos through its programme of exhibitions, talks and publications. The gallery is a regular exhibitor at Art X Lagos. Meanwhile, Tiwani Contemporary runs a programme of exhibitions in London and its programme of International Art Fairs. ...
