Ange Dakouo
Biography
ANGE DAKOUO WAS BORN IN 1990 IN IVORY COAST. HE LIVES AND WORKS IN BAMAKO, MALI.
A graduate of the Conservatoire des Arts et Métiers Multimédia in Bamako, Dakouo is a multidisciplinary artist who skillfully merges tradition with modernity. Under the mentorship of Abdoulaye Konaté and inspired by El Anatsui, Dakouo's work delves into the subtleties of color, constantly pushing the boundaries of his artistic expression.
His creations, both visually striking and thought-provoking, address global inequalities and the pressing need for a more just society. Often resembling tapestries, his pieces blend traditional artisanal techniques with contemporary conceptual frameworks.
Drawing inspiration from the Donso hunters, iconic figures in Malian culture, Dakouo reimagines their protective amulets, known as gris-gris, in his art. He incorporates newspaper, a nod to his father who worked as a printer, and thread to construct these works, forming a unique visual language that symbolizes resilience in the face of life's challenges.
His art has been exhibited both in Mali and internationally at renowned events such as the Congo Biennial and the 15th documenta in Kassel in 2022. Dakouo's work is also part of several institutional collections, including the Fondation H in Madagascar, the Société Ivoirienne de Banque, and the Fondation Blachère in France and Senegal.
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