The exhibition spans over 150 years, spotlighting works from The Met's collection alongside key international loans. Visitors are taken on a journey from the 19th century to the Harlem Renaissance and into contemporary works, revealing the enduring power of Egyptian lore in Black artistry.
Through his work, Erizku critiques Eurocentric narratives and post-colonial histories while exploring questions of ownership and identity. "What the f*ck is she doing in Berlin?" he remarked in an interview, highlighting the unsettling reality of historical artifacts displaced from their origins.
The exhibition creates a dynamic dialogue between African-American and Egyptian artists, featuring renowned figures like Aaron Douglas and Laura Wheeler Waring alongside contemporary talents such as Rashid Johnson, Lauren Halsey, and Beyoncé.
Performance art plays a central role in the exhibition, thanks to the collaborative efforts of curators Akili Tommasino and McClain Groff, along with MetLiveArts.
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