Listen to all FORUM 2017 talks online
The full program of FORUM talks from the third edition of 1:54 New York is now available here. 1:54 FORUM, the fair’s annual talks program, is curated by Koyo Kouoh,
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1:54 New York 2017 catalogue now available online
The catalogue of the third edition of 1:54 New York is now available for sale online. Click here to order your copy now! The catalogue includes a list of exhibitors
1:54 New York 2017 catalogue now available online
The catalogue of the third edition of 1:54 New York is now available for sale online. Click here to order your copy now! The catalogue includes a list of exhibitors
Artsy’s official online preview of 1:54 New York is live
Browse and collect artworks at 1:54 New York on Artsy. Explore booths, save favorites, and connect with leading galleries in advance of the fair. Click here to discover the 1:54
Listen to all FORUM talks from 1-54 New York 2017 online
The full program of FORUM talks from the third edition of 1-54 New York is now available here. 1-54 FORUM, the fair’s annual talks program, is curated by Koyo Kouoh,
Special projects at 1:54 NY 2017
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair announced a lineup of special projects for the 2017 edition of the New York fair (May 5 – 7, 2017). This year’s special projects program
Announcing the 2017 New York lineup for 1:54 FORUM
Koyo Kouoh (Artistic Director of RAW Material Company, Dakar), who has curated 1:54 FORUM since the fair’s inception will focus this edition on exploring some of the radical imperatives underlining
Introducing the first Marrakech edition of 1-54, 24–25 February 2018
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair, the leading international art fair dedicated to promoting contemporary art from a diverse set of African perspectives, is pleased to announce a new edition to
Introducing the first Marrakech edition of 1:54, 24–25 February 2018
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair, the leading international art fair dedicated to promoting contemporary art from a diverse set of African perspectives, is pleased to announce a new edition to
Introducing the first Marrakech edition of 1:54, 24–25 February 2018
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair, the leading international art fair dedicated to promoting contemporary art from a diverse set of African perspectives, is pleased to announce a new edition to
Gallery list announced for 1-54 New York 2017
1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair is pleased to announce the selected galleries for its third New York fair at Pioneer Works in Brooklyn! Taking place across May 5–7, the
Gallery list announced for 1:54 New York 2017
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair is pleased to announce the selected galleries for its third New York fair at Pioneer Works in Brooklyn! Taking place across May 5–7, the 2017
Gallery list announced for 1:54 NY 2017
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair is pleased to announce the selected galleries for its third New York fair at Pioneer Works in Brooklyn. Taking place across May 5–7, the 2017
1:54 New York is back: 5-7 May 2017
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair, the leading transnational platform dedicated to promoting Africa and African-related art practices and projects, will return to New York from May 5-7, 2017 at Brooklyn’s
1:54 New York is back: 5-7 May 2017
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair, the leading transnational platform dedicated to promoting Africa and African-related art practices and projects, will return to New York from May 5-7, 2017 at Brooklyn’s
How Healing and the Subconscious United the Four Artists of the Nando’s and Yellowwoods Art Collaboration
One of the special projects featured in the 2016 edition of 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair in London was a group exhibition commissioned by Nando’s – an international restaurant chain
Ibrahim El-Salahi: the father of African modernism
This feature was originally published in the October 2016 issue of NewAfrican, pp. 90-91, to coincide with the fourth London edition of 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair. As part of
The art of an art fair
This interview was originally published in the October 2016 issue of NewAfrican, pp. 86-88, to coincide with the fourth London edition of 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair. In advance of
Explore the 1:54 FORUM Film Programme
FORUM Film 6–9 October 2016 As part of FORUM London 2016, this film programme explores a selection of contributions by contemporary African perspectives pioneering interdisciplinary artistic and cultural practices. The
Taking the everyday, a meeting with Ifeanyi Oganwu
Returning once again to Somerset House for its 2016 London edition, this year the 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair is thrilled to be showcasing 10 special projects in addition to
Preview 1:54 online now on Artsy
Visit artsy.net/1-54-london-2016 to browse and inquire on artworks for sale in advance of the fair. Before attending, download the Artsy app for iPhone and iPad to explore artists, exhibitors, and
Check out our events programme throughout the week of the fair
This year, for the first time, 1:54 will be presenting a programme of public events that will take place at Somerset House throughout the whole duration of the fair. Don’t miss your
Victorious Invisible Men: Visiting Zak Ové’s studio
On 6th October, 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair will return to Somerset House for its fourth London edition, this year presenting its largest programme of special projects yet with 10
1:54 announces FORUM programme, curated by Koyo Kouoh
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair announces details for FORUM – the fair’s extensive talks and events programme curated by Koyo Kouoh (Artistic Director, Raw Material Company, Dakar) for 1:54 London
Interview with Phoebe Boswell
A short interview with artist Phoebe Boswell on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where she presented her work with the London-based TAFETA. For 1:54 London 2016 (6-9
Interview with Phoebe Boswell
A short interview with artist Phoebe Boswell on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where she presented her work with the London-based TAFETA. For 1:54 London 2016 (6-9
1:54 London 2016 special projects announced
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair has announced an expanded programme of exhibitions and special projects for the 2016 edition of the London fair, taking place in Somerset House, 6– 9
1:54 London 2016 special projects announced
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair has announced an expanded programme of exhibitions and special projects for the 2016 edition of the London fair, taking place in Somerset House, 6– 9
Interview with Karen Hampton
A short interview with Karen Hampton on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where she presented a piece with the London-based Jack Bell Gallery.
Interview with Karen Hampton
A short interview with Karen Hampton on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where she presented a piece with the London-based Jack Bell Gallery.
Interview with designer Stephen Burks
A short interview with designer Stephen Burks, of Stephen Burks Man Made, on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where he designed the 1:54 Lounge and presented pieces
Interview with designer Stephen Burks
A short interview with designer Stephen Burks, of Stephen Burks Man Made, on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where he designed the 1:54 Lounge and presented pieces
Gallery list announced for 1:54 London 2016
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair has announced the galleries exhibiting in the fourth edition of the London fair, taking place in Somerset House from 6 – 9 October. 1:54 will
Gallery list announced for 1:54 London 2016
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair has announced the galleries exhibiting in the fourth edition of the London fair, taking place in Somerset House from 6 – 9 October. 1:54 will
Interview with Dave McKenzie
A short interview with Dave McKenzie on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where as a special project for FORUM, Dave McKenzie produced a slow text-based performance using
Interview with Dave McKenzie
A short interview with Dave McKenzie on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where as a special project for FORUM, Dave McKenzie produced a slow text-based performance using
Interview with Joël Andrianomearisoa
A short interview with Joël Andrianomearisoa on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where a solo exhibition of his work was presented by the Madrid-based Sabrina Amrani Gallery.
Interview with Joël Andrianomearisoa
A short interview with Joël Andrianomearisoa on the occasion of 1:54 New York 2016 – where a solo exhibition of his work was presented by the Madrid-based Sabrina Amrani Gallery. The title
1:54 New York 2016: final video
17 exhibitors, 5 special projects, 65 artists, 6500 visitors; watch the highlights from our most successful U.S. edition yet!
1:54 New York 2016: final video
17 exhibitors, 5 special projects, 65 artists, 6500 visitors; watch the highlights from our most successful U.S. edition yet!
Interviews with François-Xavier Gbré, Yo-Yo Gonthier and Vincent Michéa
As part of the Transmissions project, three artists represented by Galerie Cécile Fakhoury in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire responded to a few of our questions in Dakar, Senegal. François-Xavier Gbré and
Interviews with François-Xavier Gbré, Yo-Yo Gonthier and Vincent Michéa
As part of the Transmissions project, three artists represented by Galerie Cécile Fakhoury in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire responded to a few of our questions in Dakar, Senegal.
Walk through La Biennale de Dakar from anywhere in the world
Shot by Grégoire Dyer in Dakar, Senegal across May 4-8 2016, the Transmissions films takes viewers on a journey through the 12th edition of La Biennale de Dakar and into
Walk through La Biennale de Dakar from anywhere in the world
Shot by Grégoire Dyer in Dakar, Senegal across May 4-8 2016, the Transmissions films takes viewers on a journey through the 12th edition of La Biennale de Dakar and into
Listen to all FORUM talks online
Weren’t able to join us in New York? You can now listen to the full program of FORUM talks here. Curated by Koyo Kouoh (RAW Material Company, Dakar), FORUM’s discursive
Preview 1:54 NY now on Artsy
Visit artsy.net/1-54-new-york-2016 to browse and inquire on artworks for sale in advance of the fair. Before attending, download the Artsy app for iPhone and iPad to explore artists, exhibitors and
Tickets to 1:54 NY 2016 are now on sale!
The second New York edition of 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair opens its doors in less than 10 days. Buy your ticket in advance to avoid the queue! Click here to buy
1:54 events and collaborations program
1:54 New York 2016 presents a series of special events and collaborations throughout the week of the fair, in addition to the FORUM and performance programs. Transmissions: A partnership between the
FORUM Program Announced, 6-7 May 2016
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair, the leading transnational fair for Africa and Africa-related art practices and projects, announces the 2016 schedule for 1:54 FORUM, the fair’s unique discursive program curated by
1:54 cocktail at Richard Taittinger Gallery
Richard Taittinger Gallery hosted a pre-fair cocktail for 1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair on Thursday, April 7th in New York. Here are a few pictures of 1:54 friends and family in New York, celebrating the second edition of 1:54 in the city.