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Shared Passion: An African Art Collection Built in the XXIst Century

Shared Passion: An African Art Collection Built in the XXIst Century

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Shared Passion explores the remarkable collection of African art assembled in the twenty-first century by Belgian collector Michel Vandenkerckhove and art dealer Didier Claes, highlighting the strong bond between them and the exceptional pieces in the collection. Essays by art historian Bruno Claessens provide insight into the abstract guardian figures of the Kota, the power statues of the Kongo, the enigmatic art of the Lega, and the ikhoko pendants of the Pende.

Format: Hardback
Length: 382 pages
Publication date: 10 October 2023
Publisher: Yale University Press


Shared Passion delves into the captivating relationship between a collector and an art dealer, showcasing a remarkable collection of African art assembled in the twenty-first century. This captivating book documents and celebrates the unwavering dedication and perseverance of the Belgian collector Michel Vandenkerckhove, as well as the enduring friendship between the Belgian art dealer and gallerist Didier Claes. As a testament to their collaborative efforts, the result is an exceptional African art collection that stands as a testament to their shared passion.

Accompanied by stunning black and white images of masks, figures, and utilitarian objects from numerous sites across the African continent and spanning various time periods, essays by art historian Bruno Claessens delve into the most intriguing aspects of this extraordinary collection. Four distinct topics are explored in depth: the abstract guardian figures of the Kota, the powerful statues of the Kongo, the enigmatic art of the Lega, and the beloved ikhoko pendants of the Pende. An innovative graphic design, featuring photography by Hughes Dubois, illuminates this extraordinary collection, making it accessible to the public for the first time through this publication.

Distributed for Mercatorfonds, Shared Passion is a testament to the profound connection between collectors and art dealers, as well as the enduring legacy of African art.


Dimension: 330 x 248 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780300267013

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