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Born in Nigeria in 1931, Uzo Egonu went on to settle in Britain in the 1940s. He studied Fine Arts and Typography at the Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts, London from 1941 to 1952. Here he became very attune with the ideas in his immediate environment while keeping abreast of African political struggles back home. He is acclaimed to have helped redefine the boundaries of modernism, thereby challenging the European myth of the naive, primitive African artist. In The Flutist, Egonu graphically depicts a young man smoking a pipe with a flute resting on his lap. His use of cool hues like blue, yellow and purple gives the viewer a feeling of serenity.

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early life and education

uzo egonu, a nigerian-born artist, was born on december 25, 1931. he settled in britain in the 1940s, with only one brief return to his homeland in the 1970s. despite this, he remained deeply concerned with african political struggles. according to rasheed araeen, egonu was 'perhaps the first person from africa, asia or the caribbean to come to britain after the war with the sole intention of becoming an artist.'

artistic style and contributions

egonu's work merged european and igbo traditions, redefining the boundaries of modernism. his art challenged the european myth of the naive, primitive african artist. the flutist, a notable piece, showcases egonu's graphic representation of his cultural heritage.

notable works and exhibitions

* the flutist (gouache on canvas, yemisi shyllon museum of art, lagos, nigeria) * featured in the uzo egonu's portfolio on WahooArt.com * exhibited at the yemisi shyllon museum of art, lagos, nigeria

legacy and impact

egonu's pioneering work in modernism has been recognized globally. his contributions to african art have been celebrated, inspiring a new generation of artists.

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uzo egonu

1931 - 1996 , Nigeria

Quick Facts

Artistic Movement Or Style: Op art
Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Pointillism']
Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Jackson Pollock']
Date Of Birth: 24 April 1931
Full Name: Bridget Louise Riley
Nationality: English
Notable Artworks:
- Praemium Imperiale
- Cornwall paintings

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The Flutist

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early life and education

artistic style and contributions

notable works and exhibitions

legacy and impact