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Northern Setting

Born in 1882, Aina Onabolu was a pioneer modernist in Nigerian art and is generally considered the father of modernism in Nigerian artdue to his service and advocacy for the formalization of art education across different levels in the nation. The northern part of Nigeria is known for its dry lands due to its proximity to the Sahara Desert. Northern setting brings to mind a lot of significant imageries; from the grazing animals to the clustered houses and from the passers-by to the rocks and the sky. The clustered houses bring to mind the unity among the northerners of Nigeria. The grazing animals tells of the good pastures of northern Nigeria despite the dry grounds in some parts. In line with Onabolu

aina onabolu obe (1882 – 1963)

Discover Aina Onabolu Obe (1882-1963), a pioneering Nigerian artist & educator! Explore his modern portraiture, early art curriculum influence, & legacy in African art. #NigerianArt #Modernism #PortraitArtist

Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art (Lagos, Nigeria)

Oplev Nigerias kunstneriske arv på Yemisi Shyllon Museum of Art! Udforsk over 1000 værker, herunder skulpturer og malerier af mestre som Ben Enwonwu & El Anatsui. Det første universitetsmuseum med inspirerende udstillinger.