Well Informed AncestorsEl Anatsui · 1998
Post Minimalism
1998
58.0 x 225.0 cm
El Anatsui (1944 –)
Explore the monumental bottle-top sculptures of El Anatsui, a Ghanaian artist celebrated for his shimmering wall hangings reflecting history & identity. Time 100 included!
About this artwork
- Title: Well Informed Ancestors
- Artist: El Anatsui
- Year: 1998
- Original dimensions: 58.0 x 225.0 cm
- Format: Panoramic
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Movement: Post Minimalism
- Color palette: Neutrals
- Perceived brightness: brilliant
Questions & Answers
In which year and which movement was "Well Informed Ancestors" made?
"Well Informed Ancestors" was created in 1998 as a work of the Post Minimalism movement. Date and movement anchor the artwork in art history.
What was El Anatsui's age when "Well Informed Ancestors" was created?
El Anatsui was 54 years old when creating "Well Informed Ancestors" in 1998. The age is computed from the artist's birth year, 1944.
How is the palette of "Well Informed Ancestors" by El Anatsui described?
The colors of "Well Informed Ancestors" form a neutrals palette. This classification describes the dominant color families.
Who is the artist behind "Well Informed Ancestors"?
"Well Informed Ancestors" is attributed to El Anatsui.
Is "Well Informed Ancestors" by El Anatsui a light or a dark artwork?
The recorded values for "Well Informed Ancestors" by El Anatsui are: brilliant brightness, luminous luminance.
What color saturation does "Well Informed Ancestors" by El Anatsui have?
The palette of "Well Informed Ancestors" is muted in saturation.
In what year was "Well Informed Ancestors" by El Anatsui created?
"Well Informed Ancestors" by El Anatsui was created in 1998.