Ritual Expressions: African Adornment from the Permanent Collection
Ritual Expressions: African Adornment from the Permanent Collection
Ritual Expressions: African Adornment from the Permanent Collection is a focused presentation of a rich diversity of textiles, clothing, and headwear representing more than 20 cultures. In many cultures throughout the African continent, bodily adornment is a testament to the meticulous craftsmanship of its creators. The visually stunning pieces, with vivid colors, mesmerizing patterns, and symbolic motifs, often signify prestige and power and are critical in establishing and transmitting the wearer’s identity and rank.
This exhibition was organized by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
All exhibitions at LACMA are underwritten by the LACMA Exhibition Fund. Major annual support is provided by The David & Meredith Kaplan Foundation, with generous annual funding from Louise and Brad Edgerton, Edgerton Foundation, Tanya Fileva, Mary and Daniel James, Bert Levy Fund, Justin Lubliner, Alfred E. Mann Charities, Kelsey Lee Offield, Maggie Tang, Lenore and Richard Wayne, and Marietta Wu and Thomas Yamamoto.
Man's Wrapper Cloth (detail), Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, Dida people, mid-20th century, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, purchased with funds from the LACMA 50th Anniversary Gala, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA
- Feb 23–Jul 6, 2025
- Resnick Pavilion
This exhibition was organized by the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.
All exhibitions at LACMA are underwritten by the LACMA Exhibition Fund. Major annual support is provided by The David & Meredith Kaplan Foundation, with generous annual funding from Louise and Brad Edgerton, Edgerton Foundation, Tanya Fileva, Mary and Daniel James, Bert Levy Fund, Justin Lubliner, Alfred E. Mann Charities, Kelsey Lee Offield, Maggie Tang, Lenore and Richard Wayne, and Marietta Wu and Thomas Yamamoto.
Man's Wrapper Cloth (detail), Africa, Côte d'Ivoire, Dida people, mid-20th century, Los Angeles County Museum of Art, purchased with funds from the LACMA 50th Anniversary Gala, photo © Museum Associates/LACMA