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      uzo egonu

      The Flutist

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      Discover Uzo Egonu's groundbreaking art – a fusion of Igbo traditions & European modernism. Explore his iconic 'Flutist' & legacy as a pioneering African artist.
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      Born in Nigeria in 1931, Uzo Egonu went on to settle in Britain in the 1940s. He studied Fine Arts and Typography at the Camberwell School of Arts and Crafts, London from 1941 to 1952. Here he became very attune with the ideas in his immediate environment while keeping abreast of African political struggles back home. He is acclaimed to have helped redefine the boundaries of modernism, thereby challenging the European myth of the naive, primitive African artist. In The Flutist, Egonu graphically depicts a young man smoking a pipe with a flute resting on his lap. His use of cool hues like blue, yellow and purple gives the viewer a feeling of serenity.

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      Artist Biography

      **early life and education**

      uzo egonu, a nigerian-born artist, was born on december 25, 1931. he settled in britain in the 1940s, with only one brief return to his homeland in the 1970s. despite this, he remained deeply concerned with african political struggles. according to rasheed araeen, egonu was 'perhaps the first person from africa, asia or the caribbean to come to britain after the war with the sole intention of becoming an artist.'

      **artistic style and contributions**

      egonu's work merged european and igbo traditions, redefining the boundaries of modernism. his art challenged the european myth of the naive, primitive african artist. the flutist, a notable piece, showcases egonu's graphic representation of his cultural heritage.

      **notable works and exhibitions**

      * the flutist (gouache on canvas, yemisi shyllon museum of art, lagos, nigeria) * featured in the uzo egonu's portfolio on ArtsDot.com * exhibited at the yemisi shyllon museum of art, lagos, nigeria

      **legacy and impact**

      egonu's pioneering work in modernism has been recognized globally. his contributions to african art have been celebrated, inspiring a new generation of artists. **experience uzo egonu's art in a new dimension**: clicking on the uzo egonu's name at the top of any page on ArtsDot.com web site takes you to his 3d portfolio, where his artwork magically floats on the web page for a convenient display. move your mouse to browse better, and click on any work to view it in a larger size, already framed and hanging on the wall.
      uzo egonu

      uzo egonu

      1931 - 1996 , Nigeria

      Quick Facts

      • Artistic Movement Or Style: Op art
      • Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Pointillism']
      • Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Jackson Pollock']
      • Date Of Birth: 24 April 1931
      • Full Name: Bridget Louise Riley
      • Nationality: English
      • Notable Artworks:
        • Praemium Imperiale
        • Cornwall paintings
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