Noah Davis Retrospective Opens at the Barbican, Showcasing a Short but Profound Career
The largest exhibition of the late artist's work highlights his evocative paintings, innovative curatorial efforts, and enduring impact on contemporary art.
- The Barbican Centre in London is hosting the first major retrospective of Noah Davis's work, featuring over 60 pieces spanning his career from 2007 to 2015.
- Davis, who passed away in 2015 at the age of 32, was known for blending art historical references with surreal and poignant depictions of everyday Black life.
- The exhibition includes rarely seen works, such as the 'Savage Wilds' series, which critiques the portrayal of Black individuals on tabloid talk shows.
- Davis co-founded The Underground Museum in Los Angeles, a community-focused space that redefined access to art by creating replicas of iconic works when loans were denied.
- Critics have praised the retrospective for its emotional depth, technical skill, and Davis's ability to evoke mystery, vulnerability, and a sense of the uncanny in his art.
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