Nigerian Modernism

Group Exhibitions at Tate Modern, London
08 October 2025 - 10 May 2026
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A celebration of the visionary artists who reshaped modern art in Nigeria during the mid-20th century

Nigerian Modernism is presented by Tate Modern and explores a diverse range of paintings, sculpture, textiles and poetry from over 50 artists including Uzo Egonu, El Anatsui, Ladi Kwali and Ben Enwonwu MBE. El Anatsui will be represented at the exhibition through a selection of his early wooden wall-hanging sculptures including ‘Solemn Crowd at Dawn, 1989’.

Solemn Crowd at Dawn, 1989, Tropical hardwood and tempera, photo courtesy, Tate Modern
Solemn Crowd at Dawn, 1989 (Detail), Tropical hardwood and tempera, photo courtesy, Tate Modern
Location
Tate Modern, London
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Exhibited Artworks