Fred Wilson's 'Mother Africa' (2017) Featured on artcritical
Fred Wilson created 'Mother Africa' in 2017, a large-scale installation using Iznik tiles measuring 9 feet 2-13/16 inches by 19 feet 1-3/4 inches by 3/8 inches. The work was documented on artcritical on July 23, 2018, with the artist represented by Pace New York. This piece reflects Wilson's ongoing exploration of cultural heritage and materiality through historical artifacts. The entry was posted at 12:48 pm, highlighting the digital archiving of contemporary art practices. Wilson's use of traditional tiles recontextualizes their origins, engaging with themes of identity and colonialism. The artwork's dimensions emphasize its monumental presence, typical of Wilson's site-specific interventions. Its inclusion on artcritical underscores the platform's role in disseminating critical art discourse.
Key facts
- Fred Wilson is the artist behind 'Mother Africa'
- The artwork was created in 2017
- It uses Iznik tiles as its medium
- Dimensions are 9' 2-13/16" x 19' 1-3/4" x 3/8"
- Courtesy of the artist and Pace New York
- Featured on artcritical on July 23, 2018
- Posted at 12:48 pm
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