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* Larry Otoo, (b. Ghana, 1956) Signed "L Otoo” (lower right), 2009Acrylic on canvas70 x 86cm (27.6 x
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* Larry Otoo, (b. Ghana, 1956) Signed "L Otoo” (lower right), 2009
Acrylic on canvas
70 x 86cm (27.6 x 33.9in)
One of the most renowned painters in Ghana today, Larry Otoo likes to refer to himself as a "contemporary traditionalist." Born in Accra, Ghana in 1956, his subject matter is inspired by the everyday activities of ordinary Ghanaians. His vibrant, abstract paintings in oil and acrylic capture the rhythm and beat of daily life. He paints, he says, "to record and preserve our traditions visually."
Otoo holds a Master`s Degree in African Art and Comparative Literature from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. He has been making art since he was a child, when he used to be scolded for drawing in charcoal on the walls. Otoo has held exhibitions Africa, Europe, and the USA. His paintings decorate Ghana`s presidential suite and Ghana`s chancery in Washington, D.C. His recent activities include a residency in Segovia, Spain in 2011 with a joint presentation at the Nubuke Foundation in Accra, Ghana.
Please note that in addition to the 20% VAT on the buyer`s premium, import VAT at the rate of 5% will be added to the hammer price. Acquired direct from the artist a private collection, Ghana Click here to view Catalogue
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* Larry Otoo, (b. Ghana, 1956) Signed "L Otoo” (lower right), 2009
Acrylic on canvas
70 x 86cm (27.6 x 33.9in)
One of the most renowned painters in Ghana today, Larry Otoo likes to refer to himself as a "contemporary traditionalist." Born in Accra, Ghana in 1956, his subject matter is inspired by the everyday activities of ordinary Ghanaians. His vibrant, abstract paintings in oil and acrylic capture the rhythm and beat of daily life. He paints, he says, "to record and preserve our traditions visually."
Otoo holds a Master`s Degree in African Art and Comparative Literature from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. He has been making art since he was a child, when he used to be scolded for drawing in charcoal on the walls. Otoo has held exhibitions Africa, Europe, and the USA. His paintings decorate Ghana`s presidential suite and Ghana`s chancery in Washington, D.C. His recent activities include a residency in Segovia, Spain in 2011 with a joint presentation at the Nubuke Foundation in Accra, Ghana.
Please note that in addition to the 20% VAT on the buyer`s premium, import VAT at the rate of 5% will be added to the hammer price. Acquired direct from the artist a private collection, Ghana Click here to view Catalogue
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Contemporary and Modern Art from Africa and its Diaspora
Specialist in charge: Ed Cross
To contact Ed Cross directly, email: ed@edcrossfineart.com
To contact The Auction Room, email Georgia Spray: georgia.spray@theauctionroom.com, +44 (0) 20 7499 4406
Shipping:
For all pre-sale and post-sale enquiries and to request a shipping quotation, please contact Connoisseur International, telephone: +44 (0)20 8572 2955, or email: connoisseur@theauctionroom.com
Absentee Bidding Now Open - Please register to bid
Private View: 17th October, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Public Exhibition of all works in the auction: 18th October, 10am - 3pm
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26 South Molton Lane, Mayfair
London W1K 5LF
