Curatorial Talk | Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power

Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi

Discover profound perspectives at our upcoming talk for our new exhibition Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power. Join our curators as they share the stories, vision and passion that brought this celebration of Africa’s creativity and influence to life.
Delve into Africa’s rich heritage, art and culture as you explore its creativity, resilience, and profound influence on art across centuries.

Led by a panel of renowned experts, the talk explores Africa’s diverse expressions of power across generations and mediums, offering deeper insights into the exhibition. A first for the region, this groundbreaking exhibition showcases an extraordinary variety of contemporary art, ancient artefacts and more. It highlights the enduring power of Africa’s kings, queens and spiritual leaders, while celebrating the originality, creativity and cultural richness of African artistry from the 11th to the 21st centuries.

Don’t miss this unique chance to deepen your understanding of Africa’s stories of power, told through the lens of its remarkable art and history.