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 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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