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.
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- London, UK
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- United Kingdom
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About Yinka Shonibare
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.
Art Fair Career Timeline
Works in Museum Collections
Diary of a Victorian Dandy: 19.00 hours
Europeana
Vacation
2000
Europeana
19th Century Kid (Florence Nightingale) - Maniquí
2000
Europeana
Collection data via The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Harvard Art Museums (CC BY), and Europeana
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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 based in London, UK.
When was Yinka Shonibare born?
Yinka Shonibare was born in 1962.
What is Yinka Shonibare's nationality?
Yinka Shonibare is from United Kingdom.
What exhibitions has Yinka Shonibare participated in?
Yinka Shonibare has participated in 1 exhibition, including Venice Biennale 2024.