Omar Victor Diop´s series Diaspora (2014–2015) draws inspiration from 15th to 19th century Western portraits depicting black figures who have risen to high social status in courts, science, politics, and social movements in Europe — yet often missing from conventional narratives. Largely based on historical paintings, which Diop imbues with playful contemporary references, the series explore deeply entangled historical relationships between Africa and the rest of the world, including trade,… more

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