The Death of Hyacinth Beach Towel
$100.00
Wrap yourself in art and culture with our new exclusive beach towel featuring Kehinde Wiley’s 2022 painting titled The Death of Hyacinth (Ndey Buri Mboup), first exhibited in Kehinde Wiley: An Archaeology of Silence at Foundazione Giorgio Cini in 2022, as a collateral event of the 59th international art exhibition – La Biennale di Venezia. Expanding on Kehinde Wiley's body of work DOWN from 2008, which was initially inspired by Hans Holbein the Younger's The Dead Christ in the Tomb as well as historical paintings and sculptures of fallen warriors and figures in the state of repose, Wiley created an unsettling series of prone Black bodies, re-conceptualizing classical pictorial forms to create a contemporary version of monumental portraiture, resounding with violence, pain, and death, as well as ecstasy.
Details
- 100% Cotton
- 32x72 in; 81.2x182.9 cm
- Designed in NYC, responsibly made in China
- Machine wash cold with like colors, tumble dry
Key Features
- Premium Quality: Made from high-quality, absorbent material: soft on the skin and perfect for lounging by the beach or pool
- Vibrant Design: The intricate and colorful design is printed to ensure long-lasting vibrancy.
- Generous Size: Ample coverage with dimensions perfect for all body types, making it ideal for sunbathing or as a stylish wrap.
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Easy Care: Machine washable for your convenience, with colors that stay bright and beautiful wash after wash.
Net proceeds from your purchase support the artist in residence program Black Rock Sénégal, founded by Wiley in 2019.