‘Vessels’ Moors at ARTSPLIT’s Gallery
Yinka Olatunbosun
ARTSPLIT, a leading African art trading platform, recently unveiled its new 202 Gallery with a debut exhibition titled Vessels. This is a exhibition of 37 vibrant works rendered in paintings, drawings and sculptures, by eight emerging artists from Nigeria and Ghana.
The exhibition, which opened on October 21, is on until December 13 and highlights the diverse talents of these young artists, focusing on themes of identity, culture, spirituality, and human emotions. The featured artists include Adeniyi Adewole, Gedepresunpre Agorsor, Igbobinna Eze, Israel Fatola, Yewande Ambeke, James Adebayo, Joseph Oluwasegun and Mubaraq Yusuf.
Each artist brings a unique style and perspective to the exhibition which provokes conversations on human connections, love and cultural identity, as well as preservation.
For example, Adeniyi Adewole’s fibreglass sculptures interrogate African spirituality and the importance of community and human connections, while James Adebayo’s colourful spiral paintings reflect his experience of double vision, offering a distinctive look at the world.
The exhibition also includes the emotional and cultural explorations of Igbobinna Eze, Israel Fatola, and Yewande Ambeke, as well as Joseph Oluwasegun’s fusion of traditional and digital art techniques.
Meanwhile, Mubaraq Yusuf and Gedepresunpre Agorsor draw inspiration from African history and expressions of identity, celebrating the resilience and beauty of the African spirit.
Vessels is not just an exhibition of individual talents but a reflection of 202 Gallery’s mission. According to gallery manager and curator Majid Biggar, the gallery aims to provide a platform for emerging and underrepresented artists, helping them reach a global audience. “This exhibition is a showcase of emerging artists,” Biggar said. “The opening of 202 Gallery marks a significant moment for Nigeria’s art scene, offering a dynamic space for artistic expression and cultural exchange. I am passionate about promoting young talent, and I want to continue that trend, helping them gain international recognition.”
202 Gallery is part of ARTSPLIT’s larger goal of promoting African art globally, creating opportunities for both emerging and established artists to showcase their work. The gallery offers rotating exhibitions and dynamic programming, as well as advisory services to help clients invest in and manage art collections.
