Encounter an artist who changed the face of portrait photography. Seydou Keïta: A Tactile Lens is the most expansive North American exhibition of the legendary Malian photographer’s work to date. More than 280 works include iconic prints, never-before-seen portraits, textiles, and Keïta’s personal artifacts, all brought to life with unique insights from his family.
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For nearly 180 years, heritage brand Vlisco has created distinctive printed fabrics, which can be found in many of Keïta’s portraits.
From the top: Seydou Keïta. Untitled, 1953–57, printed ca. 1994–2001. Gelatin silver print. Courtesy of The Jean Pigozzi African Art Collection. © SKPEAC/Seydou Keïta, courtesy The Jean Pigozzi Collection of African Art and Danziger Gallery, NY; Images courtesy of the Brooklyn Museum Shop
