Artists from across the globe have converged to showcase their distinctive and extraordinary creations at the Liverpool Biennial, the UK’s premier festival of contemporary art. Running from June 10 to September 17, 2023, this dynamic event promises an abundance of creativity and innovation in the realm of contemporary art.
At the 12th edition of the Liverpool Biennial in Liverpool, a kaleidoscope of colors, shapes and styles takes center stage as international artists display their unique works of art. Visitors are poised to be captivated by these masterpieces, mesmerized by the diverse hues, intricate details and profound concepts.
Among the installations is Liquid A Place by US artist Torkwase Dyson, No conciliation is possible (working diagram) by Zambian artist Nolan Oswald Dennis, Ali sa be sa be by Eleng Luluan from the Kucapungane (Haocha) community in Taiwan, Chorus of Soil, a 1:1 scale reproduction of an 18th-century plan of the Brooks slave ship, created from soil and seeds, by Italian artist Binta Diaw and an artwork by French artist Julien Creuzet, alongside many other creations.
The event sheds light on the repercussions of the slave trade. One notable example is the art installation by Rwandan artist Francis Offman. Offman’s installation features an assemblage of books, including Bibles and encyclopedias, held together by calipers symbolizing those used by Belgian colonizers to racially classify Rwandan people through cranial measurements. The artwork stands as a poignant reminder of historical realities, inviting viewers to engage in a profound exploration.
By Marie-Christine Tayah with AFP.
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