Les fruits du temps, éd. 1/4
Les Fruits du Temps exemplifies Chérif Thiam’s signature style, characterized by vibrant colors, geometric patterns, and symbolic abstraction. The composition features exaggerated figures with wide-open mouths and bulging eyes, contributing to the playful and energetic nature of the work. Organized into small colored blocks separated by thick black borders, the piece recalls stained-glass windows and invites contemplation with its allegorical exploration of time. Consistent with Thiam’s joyful, decorative approach, this tapestry aligns with his broader vision of blending nature, culture, and spirituality.
Artwork Details
- Title: Les fruits du temps, éd. 1/4
- Artist: Chérif Thiam (born 1950)
- Date: ca. 1970s
- Geography: Senegal, Thiès
- Culture: Senegalese
- Medium: Cotton (warp), wool (weft), and other unidentified fibers
- Dimensions: H. 58 11/16 x W. 59 1/16 in. (H. 149 x W. 150 cm.)
- Classification: Textiles-Tapestries
- Credit Line: Florence and Herbert Irving Acquisitions Fund, 2025
- Object Number: 2025.128
- Curatorial Department: The Michael C. Rockefeller Wing
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