Presenting some 150 works from the Kingdom of Kongo—an area that includes present day Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, and Angola—this landmark exhibition is a captivating account of the effects of turbulent history on one of Africa’s most storied kingdoms. Drawn from more than 50 institutional and private collections across Europe and the United States, the show reflects 500 years of Kongolese culture, from the end of the 15th century when a Portuguese explorer first set foot in the kingdom, to the early 20th century when the monarchy was forcibly abolished. From a dynamic assembly of 15 monumental power figures to elegantly carved ivories and finely woven textiles, the exhibition explores how the talents of Central Africa’s most gifted artists were directed toward articulating a culturally distinct vernacular of power.Admission at the main building includes same-week admission to The CloistersAdults $25.00, seniors (65 and over) $17.00, students $12.00. Members and children under 12 accompanied by an adult free.Express admission may be purchased in advance at www.metmuseum.org/visit
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Arte: Kongo: Power and Majesty at the Metropolitan Museum of Art
