Step inside the Lagos gallery of Chief Nike Davies-Okundaye, one of Nigeria’s most well-known textile artists and painters. As she guides us through her vibrant works, we explore the revival of traditional art practices and meet her daughter, Aina, who continues the tradition of Yoruba storytelling through textiles. Through their hands, we witness a living legacy of art, heritage, and the stories women pass down across generations.
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Nigerian Modernism is on view at Tate Modern until 10 May 2026.
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Chapters:
00:00 – 01:11 Mama Nike: Introduction
01:11 – 02:19 Beadwork on Canvas
02:19 – 03:20 Against all odds
03:20 – 04:54 Mama Nike’s artworks
04:54 – 05:57 Textiles, adire & Osogbo
05:57 – 07:44 Patterns, symbols and storytelling through textiles
07:44 – 08:51 Art, womanhood and passing knowledge forward
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