260669 - Billy Baffoe Bonnie - Xilo players - Ghana.

Billy Baffoe Bonnie - Xilo players - Ghana.

Size: 139 cm x 99 cm - Olieverf on Canvas - Framed.

Billy Baffoe Bonnie was born in Accra, Ghana in 1980, Baffoe Bonnie Billy is a luminary of the Ghanaian art scene. A distinguished alumnus of the esteemed Ghanata College of Art and Design, Billy's distinctive style blends bold brush strokes with vibrant semi-abstracts, weaving together human figures and motifs in a tapestry of visual and intellectual intrigue. 

 The Artistic Symphony Billy's creations are a testament to his mastery of shape, color, and pattern. Each piece is a visual symphony, harmonizing multiple layers of color to imbue his works with both astonishing visual richness and profound depth. 

 A Golden Milestone In 2011, Billy achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African, and the sole Ghanaian, to receive the prestigious Golden European Award in the Czech Republic. This momentous achievement solidified his status as a trailblazer in the global art community. Art Basel Triumph The global stage witnessed Billy's ascendancy at the renowned Art Basel in Miami, USA. 
His collections garnered prominent recognition, with a private gallery in Wynnewood showcasing his works on the event's final day. 

Notably, one of Billy's grandest pieces commanded a staggering price of over US$150,000. Education 2001: Ghanatta College of Art and Design (Selected) Solo Exhibitions 2019: OBAA Solo Exhibition, VIVA Concept Store hosted by Adora Mba, Accra, Ghana 2016: Czech Republic embassy in Accra, Ghana 2011: Kř ižík Palace, Prague, Czech Republic Selected Group Exhibitions 2021: Approved Art Launch, Miami ART BASEL, hosted by Kelvin Mensah 2020: Gertrude Foundation, Accra Art Fair, Ghana 2016: Art World Foundation, The Loom Gallery in Accra, Ghana Awards 2011: Golden Europea Award, European Union of Arts, Czech Republic (First African and Ghanaian to win) Collaborations NESTLE Ghana, Brand Artist Collaboration, Accra, Ghana MTN Ghana

Telecommunications 25th anniversary Collaboration, Accra, Ghana Bukom Boxing arena Graffiti Collaboration Collections MTN Ghana foundation Collection Adora Mba Collection, Accra, Ghana Joyce Quarshie Collection (Berj Art Gallery) Accra, Ghana NESTLE Ghana Collection The Dean Collection, USA Private Collections in the USA Private Collections in the UK  

Baffoe Bonnie Billy's artistic voyage is a celebration of Ghanaian heritage and a testament to his indelible mark on the global art stage. Through vibrant strokes and evocative imagery, he invites viewers to embark on a journey of cultural resonance and visual delight.

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