Kehinde Wiley Goes To Paris
The American artist says he wants to tackle Françafrique; to turn it on its head. But in the process, he can't help repeat stereotypes and artificial divisions.
The American artist says he wants to tackle Françafrique; to turn it on its head. But in the process, he can't help repeat stereotypes and artificial divisions.
A recent trip to Israel and the new sub-set work he produced there, raises some doubts about Kehinde Wiley's art practice.
Wiley, known for painting black men as figures from Renaissance art, now does the same with Africa's best football talents.