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Kehinde Wiley: An Archaeology of Silence

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Book Synopsis: “That is the archaeology I am unearthing: the specter of police violence and state control over the bodies of young Black and brown people all over the world.” –Kehinde Wiley

Kehinde Wiley: An Archaeology of Silence features a new body of paintings and sculptures by American artist Kehinde Wiley confronting the legacies of colonialism through the visual language of the fallen figure. It expands on a subject the artist first explored in his 2008 series Down—a group of large-scale portraits of young Black men inspired by Wiley’s encounter with Hans Holbein the Younger’s The Dead Christ in the Tomb (1521–22) at the Kunstmuseum Basel. Holbein’s painting triggered an ongoing investigation into the iconography of death and sacrifice in Western art that Wiley traced across religious, mythological and historical subjects. An Archaeology of Silence extends these considerations to include men and women around the world whose senseless deaths, often unacknowledged or silenced, are transformed into a powerful elegy of global resistance against state-sanctioned violence. The resulting paintings of Black bodies struck down, wounded or dead, all referencing iconic historical paintings of slain heroes, martyrs or saints, offer a haunting meditation on the violence against Black and brown bodies through the lens of European art history.

Kehinde Wiley (born 1977) is a world-renowned visual artist. Working in the mediums of painting, sculpture and video, Wiley is best known for his vibrant portrayals of contemporary African American and African-diasporic individuals that subvert the hierarchies and conventions of European and American portraiture. Wiley became the first African American artist to paint an official US Presidential portrait for former US President Barack Obama. Wiley has held solo exhibitions throughout the United States and internationally, and his works are included in the collections of over 40 public institutions worldwide. He lives and works in Beijing, Dakar and New York.

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Discover the powerful and thought-provoking world of Kehinde Wiley with his latest publication, "Kehinde Wiley: An Archaeology of Silence." Immerse yourself in a collection of paintings and sculptures that confront the lasting impact of colonialism, using the fallen figure as a visual language. Inspired by his encounter with Hans Holbein the Younger's The Dead Christ in the Tomb, Wiley delves into the iconography of death and sacrifice in Western art, expanding his exploration to include the untold stories of senseless deaths worldwide. This book serves as a haunting elegy of global resistance against state-sanctioned violence, presenting a captivating intersection of European art history and the violence against Black and brown bodies.

Step into the world of Kehinde Wiley, a visionary artist renowned worldwide for his striking portrayals of contemporary African American and African-diasporic individuals. Through his vibrant paintings, sculptures, and videos, Wiley challenges the traditional hierarchies and conventions of European and American portraiture. Be captivated by his ability to subvert expectations, offering a fresh perspective on the narrative of representation. As the first African American artist to paint an official US Presidential portrait for former President Barack Obama, Wiley's significance in the art world cannot be overlooked.

Experience the impact of Kehinde Wiley's work firsthand through "Kehinde Wiley: An Archaeology of Silence." This highly anticipated publication showcases the artist's solo exhibitions held throughout the United States and internationally, as well as the inclusion of his works in collections of over 40 public institutions worldwide. Journey through a visual feast of creativity as Wiley's creations come alive on the pages, inviting you to contemplate the complex intersections of art, history, and societal challenges. Uncover the stories of silenced heroes, martyrs, and saints, transformed into striking portraits that carry the weight of resistance against state-sanctioned violence.

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