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EI Anatsui


Gli (Wall), 2010. Five hanging curtains of found aluminum and copper wire

 "The amazing thing about working with these metallic 'fabrics' is that the poverty of the materials is used in no way precludes the telling of rich and wonderful stories." 
                                                                                                                       - El Anatsui

Avocado Coconut Egg (ACE), 2016

He transforms simple materials into complex combinations and creates a unique visual effect that generates new meanings. In his recent work, he reuses discarded resources, such as wine bottle caps and milk powder cans, blurring the line between art and crafts. The concept of fabric is also redefined by his work, a fabric can now be woven by metallic beer caps. This highly intensive work also reveals the prevalence of consumerism in today's society.


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