Chapter 1
Abidjan's contemporary renaissance
Chapter 2
Riyadh's desert biennales
Chapter 3
Yogyakarta's collective canvas
Chapter 4
Mexico City's creative explosion
Ch 1 · Abidjan's contemporary renaissance
Glossary
renaissance (noun)
A revival of or a renewed interest in something, especially art and literature. Abidjan's creative renaissance has been fueled by a state fund of one billion FCFA since 2020.
A revival of or a renewed interest in something, especially art and literature. Abidjan's creative renaissance has been fueled by a state fund of one billion FCFA since 2020.
Fun Fact
Abidjan art: Contemporary art has officially overtaken traditional masks as the most sought-after collectible among West Africa's emerging generation of young art patrons.
Quiz
In which year did the Musée des Cultures Contemporaines Adama Toungara (MuCAT) open in Abidjan?
Quiz
What did sculptor Christian Lattier call his unique, rope-woven artistic compositions?
Quiz
Which prominent Abidjan contemporary art gallery is known for championing West African artists and fostering local collectors?