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calixte dakpogan
Contemporary
Contemporary

calixte dakpogan

Born 1958 Works span 2002–2007

Calixte Dakpogan: Sculptor of Vodun’s Echoes Calixte Dakpogan (born 1958) stands as a singular voice within contemporary Beninese sculpture, forging an artistic path deeply rooted in the traditions of Vodun – Benin’s indigenous religion. Born in Pohou, Benin Republic, Dakpogan's journey to becoming a celebrated artist began amidst the vibrant cultural landscape of his homeland, where he draws inspiration from ancestral beliefs and pra…

5
dated works
1
chapters
2002
first work
2007
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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