When We See Us
Bozar presents "When We See Us: A Century of Black Figuration in Painting," a landmark exhibition originally conceived by the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) in Cape Town. On view from February 7 through August 10, 2025, the exhibition showcases over 150 works by approximately 120 artists from Africa and its global diaspora. Organized into six thematic sections: The Everyday, Joy & Revelry, Repose, Sensuality, Spirituality, and Triumph and Emancipation, the exhibition offers a nuanced exploration of Black life and thought, emphasizing the resilience and political significance of Black joy.
This exhibition takes place Feb 7, 2025 - Aug 10, 2025 at the Bozar, Centre for Fine Arts, Rue Ravenstein 23, 1000 Brussels, Belgium.
Exhibition Description
When We See Us delves into a century of Black self-representation in painting, highlighting how artists from Africa and its diaspora have depicted daily life and experiences. Inspired by Ava DuVernay's series When They See Us, the exhibition's title signifies a shift towards self-perception and agency. Curated by the late Koyo Kouoh and Tandazani Dhlakama, the exhibition features works by artists such as Jacob Lawrence, Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, Chéri Samba, and Roméo Mivekannin. Accompanied by a soundscape composed by South African artist Neo Muyanga and architectural design by Wolff Architects, the exhibition also features a historical timeline that contextualizes Black artistic and intellectual movements.
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