Yinka Shonibare CBE Windy Chair
Price on request
Unique within an edition of 3 + 2 AP
2014
Hand Painted Aluminium, Stainless Steel, Resin Available with different pattern
177.3 x 167.4 x 189.4 cm
69.8 x 65.9 x 74.6 in
In Windy Chair, Yinka Shonibare CBE skilfully creates the illusion of the dynamic movement of a piece of fabric caught in a gust of wind, despite the artwork being crafted from weighty aluminium and steel. The surface of the work is populated with colourful and playful patterns, inspired by Dutch-wax fabric which acts as a nod to the construction of cultural identities - a theme prevalent in many of the artist’s works. The artwork reflects an innovative approach to contemporary design and fabrication, achieving remarkable energy and balance in a gravity-defying form.
Artist
Yinka Shonibare CBE
One of the most prolific artists of his generation, Yinka Shonibare CBE explores issues of race and class through the media of painting, sculpture, photography, and film. His work comments on the relationship between Africa and Europe, and the formation of cultural identities within a globalised world.
