Agbagli Kossi

Place: Bè

Born: 1935

Death: 1991

Biography:

Agbagli Kossi was a Togolese sculptor, whose work was representative of the West African Vodun art tradition. He was born in Bè, a district of Lomé, and became an eminent figure among the vodou circles of Togo. Agbagli Kossi was particularly noted for his little wooden voodoo figures, painted mostly with pink lacquer, and occasionally white.

Early Life and Career

produced many examples of statuettes of twins, and children with their mothers, known as venavi. His work was exhibited at the Magiciens de la terre exhibition at the Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris in 1989. In 1991, his work was shown at an exhibition in Centro Atlántico de Arte Moderno, in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.

Awards and Recognition

In 2008, Agbagli Kossi's work appeared at the Mami Wata: Arts for Water Spirits in Africa and Its Diasporas showcasing at the Fowler Museum of UCLA in Los Angeles. Today, his work is represented in The Contemporary African Art Collection (CAAC).

Artistic Style

is a rich and diverse tradition that has evolved over centuries. It encompasses a wide range of media, including sculpture, textiles, beadwork, and metalwork, and reflects the cultural and spiritual values of the Yoruba people of West Africa. Agbagli Kossi's work is characterized by its use of wooden voodoo figures, painted mostly with pink lacquer, and occasionally white.

• Wooden voodoo figures: Agbagli Kossi's most notable works are his little wooden voodoo figures, which showcase his mastery of the West African Vodun art tradition.
• Venavi: His statuettes of twins and children with their mothers are also highly acclaimed and reflect the cultural values of the Yoruba people.
• Exhibitions: Agbagli Kossi's work has been exhibited at various museums and galleries, including the Centre Georges Pompidou and the Fowler Museum of UCLA.

is a notable artist from Togo, and his work continues to be celebrated for its unique representation of the West African Vodun art tradition. His sculptures can be found in various museums and collections, including Agbagli Kossi. For more information on Agbagli Kossi and his work, visit Agbagli Kossi.