Bruce Onobrakpeya’s perpetual restlessness is evident in these rare totems. These sculptures embody his unyielding curiosity, profound insights, and talent for integrating ideas from different eras. The idea was originally conceived as representations within the etching, ‘Good governance,’ which employed an array of pre-colonial era sculptural totems to pay homage to the ideals of strength Read More… The post Constantly Restless- Bruce Onobrakpeya. appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more

This artwork has many elements of Osaghae’s  style  –  movement, colour,  figures existing at the margins of the artwork, minimalist strokes…His canvases rarely had superfluous elements. Every stroke contributed to the story. By the time this artwork was created in 1999, he was on a steady journey towards a more minimalist expression of his ideas. Read More… The post The Young women’s league by Ben Osaghae appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more

We have recently received a fascinating collection ofMuraina Oyelami artworks from the late 60s and early 70s. These early artworksrepresent a crucial phase in his artistic journey, showcasing his masterfulgrasp of colour, nuance, and human emotion. Oyelami emerged as a key figure in the Oshogbo School of Art during the late 1960s and 1970s and Read More… The post Muraina Oyelami appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more

Onobrakpeya is arguably, Africa’s most significant living artist and it is our pleasure to  present these  rare deep etching artworks. The artworks present his journey over two decades from 1960 to 1977. They also present our cultural evolution in that time and his role in shaping this evolution. We hope you can join us for Read More… The post Bruce Onobrakpeya Exhibition appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more

‘Hairdo’ by Sam Ovraiti and ‘Beloved’ by Maxwell Boadi Two very different styles.One is so gentle it eases your soul. Ovraiti, a master of the subtle gesture, creates a painting that melds the women and their background, creating a rich, mellow interaction. Boadi’s Father figure is aggressive and bold dominating the picture with his desire. Read More… The post Different Expressions appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more

Excerpt from ‘Crowds & Queens – The Art of Ablade Glover’ by Dozie Igweze Shirley Du Bois Shirley Du Bois was, at the time, one of the most influential people in Ghana. She was the head of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, a close confidante of Kwame Nkrumah and the wife of the African American activist, Read More… The post Ablade Glover.  The scholarship to the UK. 1964 appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more

We are presenting 4 drawings by Ben Enwonwu at the gallery.The drawings span a period between 1946 and 1970, and were probably preliminary sketches for sculptures and paintings – a visual diary. They are an interesting insight into Enwonwu’s work methods, as well as, historically important documents about one of Africa’s most significant artists. Read More… The post Four Drawings by Ben Enwonwu. appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more

Abiodun Olaku had a brief stay at the Mushin area of Lagos in his early days as an artist. He wandered the streets in the evenings, intrigued by the mix of chaos and energy. ‘GRA – Government Rejected Area’ and ‘Mushin at night’ present Mushin from the artist’s eyes. “GRA”, a night-time landscape explores the Read More… The post Visual Diaries – ‘GRA’ And ‘Mushin At Night” appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more

It’s always interesting to reflect on the early years of a significant artist. This Abiodun Olaku painting from 1987, presents a fluid, almost sketch-like exploration of prayer and divine intervention. Read More… The post Devine Intervention appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more

No. 4. Interactions. Exhibitions are great for talking to the artist and talking to friends. We learn a little more about the artist and his art; and we enjoy great company. The exhibition continues till the 19th of December, 2022. Read More… The post 5 Things About ”The Passage Of Time” Exhibition appeared first on Hourglass Gallery ..read more