Yinka Shonibare MBE, Addio del Passato
History, we know, tends to repeat itself. And such is the case at British-born, Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare MBE's newest exhibition at the James Cohan Gallery, "Addio del Passato" (translation: Farewell of the Past). Through sculptures of bygone sex toys and anti-masturbation devices, photography of simulated historical suicides, an operatic video installation, and costumes constructed in period detail, Shinibare uses a wide range of mediums to explore sexuality, love, yearning, and romantic destiny.
Through March 24 at James Cohan Gallery, 533 West 26 St. Opening Reception Thursday, February 16, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For more information, go HERE.
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