Laboratoire Agit'Art's Independent Exhibition at Dak'art 13th Biennale Analyzed

Sophia Powers authored an essay analyzing the relationship between the Dak'art Biennale and an independent exhibition titled "The Bell of the Ants." This exhibition was organized by the Dakar-based collective Laboratoire Agit'Art during the 13th edition of the biennial. The show was not included in the official program but stood out as one of the most remarkable presentations. Powers' historically-grounded analysis explores tensions between global and local aspirations within the biennial context. The essay examines modern and contemporary formulations embodied by both the exhibition and the larger event. Published in ARTMargins Online's Volume 9 Issue 2 in 2020, the content requires a subscription to access. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology holds copyright alongside ARTMargins for this material. The analysis focuses on the dynamic between official programming and independent initiatives within major international art events.