Ibrahim Mahama wraps the Barbican Art Centre in massive pink fabrics
Briefly

Purple Hibiscus by Ibrahim Mahama transforms the Barbican Art Centre with a 2,000 square meter cloth artwork, adorned with 'batakaris' from Northern Ghana, highlighting traditional beliefs and intergenerational knowledge.
Mahama's interest in textile life cycles and historical memories is evident in this monumental installation, shifting the Barbican's aesthetic from grey to bright pink, offering viewers varied perspectives as they engage with the artwork.
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