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Kojo Marfo: Crucible of Hope

Past exhibition
11 October - 11 November 2023
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Kojo Marfo: Crucible of Hope

JD Malat Gallery proudly announces Kojo Marfo's exhibition 'Crucible of Hope', following his successful solo debut at the gallery two years ago. In parallel with Frieze Week, from 11th to 15th October, this enchanting exhibition invites viewers on an exploration into the intertwined realms of success, happiness, and the burdens that shape our very existence. 

 

Esteemed art historian and Barbican Centre curator, Wells Fray-Smith, lends her expertise by offering profound insights in the catalogue entry.

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Works
  • Kojo Marfo, Celebration of perfection, 2023
    Kojo Marfo, Celebration of perfection, 2023 Sold
  • Kojo Marfo, Mind to mind, 2023
    Kojo Marfo, Mind to mind, 2023 Sold
  • Kojo Marfo, Flawless, 2023
    Kojo Marfo, Flawless, 2023 Sold
  • Kojo Marfo, The Spark Of Life, 2023
    Kojo Marfo, The Spark Of Life, 2023 Reserved
  • Kojo Marfo, Pride & Joy, 2023
    Kojo Marfo, Pride & Joy, 2023 Sold
  • Kojo Marfo, Living Essence, 2023
    Kojo Marfo, Living Essence, 2023 Sold
  • Kojo Marfo, Oracle, 2023
    Kojo Marfo, Oracle, 2023 Sold
  • Kojo Marfo, Vanity, 2023
    Kojo Marfo, Vanity, 2023 Sold
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Publications
  • Kojo Marfo: Crucible of Hope

    Kojo Marfo: Crucible of Hope

    Exhibition Catalogue 2023
    Soft cover 57 pages
    Publisher: JD Malat Gallery
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Press
  • Installation shot

    Heydar Aliyev Center hosts exhibition of Ghanaian artist Kojo Marfo

    News.az, February 15, 2024
  • Kojo Marfo in front of his painting

    Crucible of Hope by Ghanaian artist Kojo Marfo in Istanbul

    İlgili Haberler, DAMGA, February 14, 2024
  • Offspring #2, 2023, Acrylic on canvas, 78 3/4 x 70 7/8 in, 200 x 180 cm

    Kojo Marfo is in Istanbul for the first time

    Yorumlar BEĞEN, RE TOUCH Magazine, February 10, 2024
  • Image of a painting by Kojo Marfo

    KOJO MARFO: REDEFINING PORTRAITURE

    A Dance of Heritage and Modernity
    Art Plugged, October 16, 2023
  • ARTNET: 7 QUESTIONS FOR GHANAIAN ARTIST KOJO MARFO

    The artist is the subject of a solo exhibition with JD Malat Gallery, London, opening this month.
    Annikka Olsen , Artnet, October 10, 2023
  • Kojo Marfo Exhibiting at Africa Supernova

    The contemporary African painting collection of Carla and Pieter Schulting: on view at Kunsthal KAdE starting Sept. 24.
  • Image of Kojo Marfo in his studio

    EVENING STANDARD: KOJO MARFO, THE MAVERICK GHANAIAN ARTIST ON HIS NEW EXHIBITION, AND WHY TRUTH TRUMPS BEAUTY

    Nancy Durant, Evening Standard, September 25, 2023
  • Image of a painting by Kojo Marfo

    ART PLUGGED: KOJO MARFO – CRUCIBLE OF HOPE

    Art Plugged, Art Plugged, September 20, 2023
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    Crucible of Hope by Kojo Marfo | A Film by STORYA

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    Kojo Marfo at The Heydar Aliyev Centre

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  • Heydar Aliyev Center hosts exhibition of Ghanaian artist Kojo Marfo Press

    Heydar Aliyev Center hosts exhibition of Ghanaian artist Kojo Marfo

    News.az Feb 15, 2024
    Prior to the opening ceremony, artist Kojo Marfo spoke with journalists about the stunning organization of the exhibition. 'It is my first visit to Baku....
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  • Crucible of Hope by Ghanaian artist Kojo Marfo in Istanbul Press

    Crucible of Hope by Ghanaian artist Kojo Marfo in Istanbul

    DAMGA Feb 14, 2024
    The exhibition titled Crucible of Hope by the Ghanaian artist Kojo Marfo has met art lovers in Istanbul. Marfo tries to depict the social and...
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  • Kojo Marfo is in Istanbul for the first time Press

    Kojo Marfo is in Istanbul for the first time

    RE TOUCH Magazine Feb 10, 2024
    Born in Ghana in 1980 and spending his childhood years in various regions of Ghana, Kojo Marfo is preparing to meet art lovers in Istanbul...
    Read more
  • KOJO MARFO: REDEFINING PORTRAITURE Press

    KOJO MARFO: REDEFINING PORTRAITURE

    Art Plugged Oct 16, 2023
    Celebrated Ghanaian artist Kojo Marfo is renowned for his beautiful and undeniably vivid works. They are influenced by traditional Akan sculptures, carvings, and other art...
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  • Kojo Marfo: Crucible of Hope Publications

    Kojo Marfo: Crucible of Hope

    Exhibition Catalogue Oct 10, 2023
    Pride & Joy . Living Essence . Divine Symphony . Oracle . These are some of the titles in Kojo Marfo’s latest paintings. Made between...
    Read more
  • ARTNET: 7 QUESTIONS FOR GHANAIAN ARTIST KOJO MARFO Press

    ARTNET: 7 QUESTIONS FOR GHANAIAN ARTIST KOJO MARFO

    Artnet Oct 10, 2023
    Ghanaian-born, London-based multidisciplinary artist Kojo Marfo (b. 1980) is a self-identified afro expressionist and has developed a signature style recognized for its bold color schemes...
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  • Kojo Marfo Exhibiting at Africa Supernova Press

    Kojo Marfo Exhibiting at Africa Supernova

    Oct 6, 2023
    African painting has boomed in recent years. It reflects the self-awareness with which artists on the continent look at themselves and their position in the...
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  • EVENING STANDARD: KOJO MARFO, THE MAVERICK GHANAIAN ARTIST ON HIS NEW EXHIBITION, AND WHY TRUTH TRUMPS BEAUTY Press

    EVENING STANDARD: KOJO MARFO, THE MAVERICK GHANAIAN ARTIST ON HIS NEW EXHIBITION, AND WHY TRUTH TRUMPS BEAUTY

    Evening Standard Sep 25, 2023
    This latest show is an attempt to appeal to our humanity, something that tragedy has taught him is all-too important. Kojo Marfo's Streatham studio is...
    Read more
  • ART PLUGGED: KOJO MARFO – CRUCIBLE OF HOPE Press

    ART PLUGGED: KOJO MARFO – CRUCIBLE OF HOPE

    Art Plugged Sep 20, 2023
    On rare occasions, a contemporary artist emerges, fascinating audiences, and reshaping the very essence of our perception of the world. Kojo Marfo is precisely such...
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Videos
  • Kojo Marfo at The Heydar Aliyev Centre

    Kojo Marfo at The Heydar Aliyev Centre

    Read more
  • Crucible of Hope by Kojo Marfo | A Film by STORYA

    Crucible of Hope by Kojo Marfo | A Film by STORYA

    Read more

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