Daniel Bamigbade (Benin) | Mask | Iron, small found metal objects, H:55

Sign: BAMIGBADE

DANIEL BAMIGBADE (Benin)

Daniel Bamigbade is a professional blacksmith whose specialization is furniture finishing. Later, he became interested in metalworking. African sculpture art is an important part of Daniel Bamigbade's compositions. The symbolism of masks is deeply rooted in Benin cosmogony, where masks are likened to keys unlocking ideas and representing wisdom.

Since 2007, the artist has dedicated himself to creating metal sculptures inspired by the rich cultural heritage of Africa. The choice of this direction was influenced by the deep metalworking traditions of his ancestors from the Kingdom of Dahomey and the famous Ife masks. Through his artwork, the artist seeks to preserve these age-old traditions and believes that African art can become a source of inspiration and enrich the works of artists from various backgrounds and origins, just as it inspired the famous Pablo Picasso.