Soly Cissé
Senegal · Painting, Sculpture
Known For
Works that blend traditional African themes with modern urban life, often reflecting social issues.
Exhibitions
Soly Cissé: Fantômes
2011 · Galerie Nathalie Obadia, Paris, France
A solo exhibition featuring Cissé’s mixed media works that explore themes of spirituality, memory, and the supernatural, blending traditional African motifs with contemporary urban influences.
Africa Remix: Contemporary Art of a Continent
2005 · Centre Pompidou, Paris, France
A landmark group exhibition that included Cissé’s work, showcasing the diversity of contemporary African art across various mediums, highlighting his dynamic and expressive style.
Soly Cissé: Mythology of an Idea
2015 · Blachère Foundation, Apt, France
A solo exhibition that delved into Cissé's exploration of myth, identity, and societal transformation, featuring a series of paintings and sculptures that reflect his unique visual language.
Biennale de l’Art Africain Contemporain
2016 · Dak’Art, Dakar, Senegal
Group exhibition where Cissé’s work was featured prominently, exploring the intersections of tradition and modernity in African societies through his vibrant, abstract compositions.
Metropolis Afrique Capitales
2017 · La Villette, Paris, France
A major group exhibition that included Cissé’s work, exploring urbanization in African cities and the ways in which contemporary African artists are responding to the rapid changes in their environments.