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Theaster Gates: Afro-Mingei

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In 2024, at the Mori Art Museum in Roppongi, Tokyo, held the first solo exhibition in Japan by artist Theaster Gates, titled “Afro-Mingei.”

This grand installation, which portrays a new hybrid of Japanese and Black cultures through ceramics, architecture, and music, features tapestries and textile works created by HOSOO using traditional craftsmanship. These works embody the rich dialogue within Gates' artistic vision.

Mori Art Museum
Theaster Gates: Afro-Mingei
2024.4.24 [Wed] - 9.1 [Sun]
(53F, Roppongi Hills Mori Tower)

Artwork Credit: Theaster Gates
“Afro Folk Art Banner (KYOTO/YAZOO CITY)”
“Afro Folk Art Banner (BLAK FUTURES)” 2024
Silk, hemp 183×150cm, 213×150cm

Production Assistance: HOSOO

Installation view:
Theaster Gates: Afro-Mingei, Mori Art Museum, Tokyo, 2024
Photograph: Koroda Takeru
Image provided by: Mori Art Museum