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Nicholas
Hlobo

Sculpture, Installation, Performance

NICHOLAS HLOBO

Country South Africa
Medium Sculpture, Installation, Performance
Exhibitions 6

On film

Works that explore issues of language, sexuality, and ethnicity, often using materials like rubber and ribbon.

Exhibition record

Nicholas Hlobo: Uhambo 2008

Standard Bank Gallery, Johannesburg, South Africa

A major solo exhibition showcasing Hlobo’s intricate works that explore themes of identity, sexuality, and cultural her…

Fikile and Nicholas Hlobo 2010

Tate Modern, London, UK

Group exhibition where Hlobo's work was paired with that of Fikile Magadlela, exploring themes of gender, identity, and…

The Armory Show 2011

New York, USA

Hlobo gained international attention with his work featured prominently at this prestigious art fair, where his sculptu…

Nicholas Hlobo: Ingubo Yesizwe 2012

National Museum of African Art, Washington, D.C., USA

Solo exhibition focusing on Hlobo’s exploration of national identity and cultural heritage, using traditional materials…

Documenta 13 2012

Kassel, Germany

Hlobo was one of the featured artists in this influential international exhibition, where his installations and perform…

Umlilo woMculo 2015

Goodman Gallery, Johannesburg, South Africa

A solo exhibition where Hlobo continued to explore themes of identity and transformation, using his signature materials…

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