Tracey Rose
Mali | Textile Art, Installation
Large-scale textile works that address socio-political issues like war, religion, and the AIDS epidemic.
Exhibitions
Tracey Rose: Waiting for God
2011 - Johannesburg Art Gallery, Johannesburg, South Africa
A major solo exhibition showcasing Rose’s video, performance, and installation works that explore themes of identity, gender, race, and the complexities of post-apartheid South Africa. The exhibition was a comprehensive survey of her career up to that point.
Venice Biennale
2001 - Venice, Italy
Rose represented South Africa at the Venice Biennale with her performance piece "Ciao Bella," which challenged the objectification of women and the representation of race in the global art scene. This participation brought her significant international recognition.
Rose O’Grady
2017 - Goodman Gallery, Johannesburg, South Africa
A solo exhibition where Rose addressed historical and contemporary issues related to race, gender, and colonialism, using a combination of video, installation, and performance art to critique societal norms and injustices.
A Tale of Two Cities
2010 - Tate Modern, London, UK & Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Rotterdam, Netherlands
Group exhibition that included Rose’s work, exploring the themes of urbanization, identity, and the impact of globalization on cities, with her contributions focusing on the intersection of personal and political histories.
Performa 17
2017 - New York, USA
Rose participated in this international biennial for performance art, where her works addressed issues of identity, historical trauma, and the role of the body in contemporary art. Her performances were noted for their intensity and political engagement.
Africa Remix: Contemporary Art of a Continent
2005 - Centre Pompidou, Paris, France
Group exhibition that included Rose’s work among other leading African artists, showcasing the diversity and dynamism of contemporary African art. Her contributions focused on the themes of identity, race, and the body.