Yinka Shonibare
1970–present, 1990s, African Diaspora
Quick Facts
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Born
- 1962
- Type
- Individual
Biography
Yinka Shonibare, born in 1962 in London, is a British-Nigerian artist renowned for his exploration of colonialism and post-colonial identity through sculpture, painting, and installation. He is best known for his use of Dutch wax fabric, which he uses to challenge notions of cultural authenticity and identity.
Career Timeline
- 2025Art FairParticipated in 1-54 Marrakech
- 2022Art FairParticipated in 1-54 New York
- 2021Art FairParticipated in 1-54 New York
- 2020Art FairParticipated in 1-54 Marrakech
- 2019Art FairParticipated in 1-54 Marrakech
- 2019Art FairParticipated in 1-54 New York
- 2018Art FairParticipated in 1-54 Marrakech
- 2018Art FairParticipated in 1-54 New York
- 2017Art FairParticipated in 1-54 New York
- 2016Art FairParticipated in 1-54 New York
Exhibition History
Art Fair Participations
- 2016
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair 2016
London, United Kingdom
- 2025
1-54 Marrakech 2025
Marrakech, Morocco
- 2020
1-54 Marrakech 2020
Marrakech, Morocco
- 2018
1-54 Marrakech 2018
Marrakech, Morocco
- 2019
1-54 Marrakech 2019
Marrakech, Morocco
- 2021
1-54 New York 2021
New York, United States
- 2022
1-54 New York 2022
New York, United States
- 2017
1-54 New York 2017
New York, United States
- 2018
1-54 New York 2018
New York, United States
- 2019
1-54 New York 2019
New York, United States
- 2016
1-54 New York 2016
New York, United States
Frequently Asked Questions
What medium does Yinka Shonibare work in?
Yinka Shonibare primarily works in 1970–present, 1990s, African Diaspora.
Where is Yinka Shonibare based?
Yinka Shonibare is from United Kingdom.
What exhibitions has Yinka Shonibare participated in?
Yinka Shonibare has participated in 1 exhibition, including Venice Biennale 2024.