Roméo Mivekannin, an artist from the Ivory Coast, critiques colonial perspectives through his bold artworks, including a large installation titled 'Atlas' at Art Basel. This installation features metal structures resembling museums that hold ethnographic collections, questioning the colonial histories and practices embedded in these institutions. His work highlights how museums, particularly those like the British Museum, often stemmed from ethically dubious collections linked to exploitation. Mivekannin aims to illuminate overlooked stories and advocate for the repatriation and recognition of cultural artifacts, such as the Benin Bronzes, looted during colonial times.
Mivekannin's work highlights the colonialist practices and ethical dilemmas tied to ethnographic museums, calling for a reconsideration of their presents and pasts.
His large-scale installation, 'Atlas', critiques the historical frameworks that have shaped ethnographic collections, spotlighting the need for representation and ownership.
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