🔥 Historic Vintage African Modern Art Deco Bronze Lion Sculpture, Alfred LIYOLO

Description: This is an Important and Historic Vintage Old African Modernist Art Deco Bronze (or Brass) Lion Cat Sculpture, mounted to a dark hardwood base, by legendary Congolese Modernist sculptor and educator, Alfred Liyolo (1943 - 2019.) This artwork depicts a pouncing lion, with its teeth bared, leaping upward into the air. It is rendered in a streamlined Art Deco minimalist style and displays a powerful primal energy. If you look closely, there is a finely detailed hair pattern etched into the surface of this figure, hand-done by the artist. Signed, dated and annotated on the top of the base: "Liyolo '89 Zaire." Very good condition for age, with some speckles of age-related oxidation and verdigris throughout, and some light scuffing to the wood base (please see photos.) Photo 24 shows another figure from this series, which has been polished. Approximately 9 inches tall (including base) x 10 3/8 inches wide (from paw to tail.) Actual statue is approximately 7 1/4 inches tall (not including base.) This rare figure is an excellent example of Liyolo's artistic talent. Alfed Liyolo is famously known for his large-scale public artworks throughout Kinshasa, the capital of the DRC. The artist has held exhibits at the Louvre, Paris, Tokyo (the only African artist to be received by the Emperor of Japan, Seville, New York, Vienna, Lisbon, Brussels (sculptures were presented to the King and Queen of Belgium), and Beijing. His work was selected to decorate the Olympic Park for the Beijing Olympics in 2008. Additionally, a sculpture by Liyolo was given to Pope John Paul II in 1983, which is currently held in the Vatican Collections. Acquired from an old collection of a world traveler in Los Angeles, California. If you like what you see, I encourage you to make an Offer. Please check out my other listings for more wonderful and unique artworks! About the Artist: Alfred Liyolo Limbe M'Puanga (Democratic Republic of Congo 1943-2019) Alfred Liyolo Born: 1943 - Bolobo, DRCDied: 2019 - VienneKnown for: Sculpture Alfred Liyolo (1943 - 2019) was active/lived in Africa. Alfred Liyolo is known for Sculpture.Alfred Liyolo, sculptor and visual artist, is a living monument of Congolese culture both at home and abroad... Alfred Liyolo's large public sculptures can be seen across Kinshasa following President Mobutu's political doctrine of recours à l'authenticité. Aimed at erasing all traces of Belgian colonialism, it found expression in a new state culture, embodied in art, architecture and sculpture.The artist was General Director of the Art Academy of Kinshasa, from 1981 to 1991. Alfred Liyolo, teacher and sculptor, was born in 1943 in the Democratic Republic of Congo. He is a living monument of Congolese culture both in his country and abroad. Master Liyolo is distinguished by his perpetual search for excellence. An internationally renowned sculptor, he was trained in one of the most prestigious art schools in the world. The Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna (Austria), where he obtained his Master's Degree in Art, the Magister Artium. Master Alfred Liyolo is one of the contemporary African artists who combine African influences modern forms. Back in the country in 1970, he became a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kinshasa, where he was appointed Director of Studies in 1974, then Secretary General in 1982 and Director General from 1986 to 1991. In 2013, he became Professor Emeritus. As Director General of the Academy of Fine Arts of Kinshasa in 1986, he led this institution towards modernization until 1991, when this process was interrupted by unrest policies that have led the DRC into the darkest mutation in its history. Alfred Liyolo's workshops and his residence were ransacked and totally looted. Following these events, he left Kinshasa with his family to settle in Vienna where he taught in various schools and organizes exhibitions. In 2004, he decided again to return to Kinshasa to participate in the effort to Reconstruction of the Country. He continued his teaching at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kinshasa. In July 2013, to crown his remarkable teaching career that in terms of his achievements, he is named Professor Emeritus by ministerial decree. Alfred Liyolo. Born 30 May 1943, in Bolobo in DR Congo, Alfred Liyolo, has held exhibits in the most prestigious galleries in the world including, Paris (Louvre), Nice, Tokyo (the only African artist received by the Emperor of Japan), Seville (Expo 1992), New York (Art Expo 93), Vienna, Lisbon (Expo 1998), Beijing, Brussels (2002), Dakar (Senegal). During the 2008 Olympics in China, he was one of a selection of artists who decorated the Olympic Park in Beijing. A sculpture by Alfred Liyolo was given to Pope John Paul II in 1983 and is located in the Vatican. Some of Alfred Liyolo works occupy several public spaces, such as the Place de la Victoire or the crossing Avenue Kimwenza and By Pass in Kinshasa. Recent works can be seen in "le Jardin de la Primature" in Kinshasa. He has made all the busts of the pre-independance General Commissioners and all the busts of the prime ministers of the DRC since independence. Only the last two busts of the last two prime ministers are not his. His latest work at Place Victoire is the Monument to Franco in life size. More recently, He also made the busts that are to be found on the Independence Square in Lualaba. Master Liyolo is one of the most important African sculptors. Some of his master pieces are in famous collections: King and Queen from Belgium, Jean-Paul II, Valery Giscard Destaing (French president), many others. RIP Maitre Alfred Liyolo (1943-2019) The Democratic Republic of Congo just lost the Professor Emeritus an Internationally renowned sculptor, Master Alfred Liyolo was one of the contemporary African artists who combine African influences with modern forms.He was trained in one of the most prestigious art schools in the world, the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna (Austria), from where he obtained his Master's Degree in Art, the Magister Artium. Master Liyolo: Five Years Already, Advocating for the Protection of His WorkSculptor Alfred Liyolo marked 5 years in the hereafter on Monday since his passing in Vienna, Austria at the age of 76, but the best way to honor his memory is to protect his work.Among Liyolo's works that deserve the attention of public authorities is the one dedicated to "Market Gardening Mothers," located at the so-called Triangle Place between the districts of Ngaba, Makala, and Lemba. The plinth on which it stands is invaded daily by loiterers who have turned it into a seat.If we are not careful, this monument is at risk of disappearing. As if that weren't enough, some people place their posters on it announcing evangelization campaigns. During the election campaign, several parliamentary candidates also used this work on which they stuck their posters. The foundation that bears his name must also ensure the protection of his work to avoid spitting on the memory of this figure whose fame has crossed national borders.Instead of simply organizing this cultural open house day, scheduled for April 13, it must also focus on the protection of the work. Lacking its own funds, it must take steps to raise money for this project.Alfred Liyolo was born in 1943 in Bolobo in the Maï-Ndombe province. His works have been exhibited in several major cities around the world and displayed in prestigious cultural venues on the planet, including in Paris (Louvre), Nice in France, Tokyo (Japan), Seville (Expo 92), New York (Art expo 93) (USA), Vienna (Austria), Lisbon (Portugal), Beijing (China)...In December 2015, he was awarded, along with other cultural operators, the Medal of Merit in Arts, Sciences, and Letters.Mr. Liyolo completed his primary studies in Brazzaville, before going to study art from 1958 to 1962 at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kinshasa. In 1963, he received a scholarship from the Austrian government and was admitted to the School of Applied Arts in Graz.In 1965, he continued his training at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna, in the Master Sculptors' class led by Professor Wander Bertoni, where he obtained his master's degree in art (the Magister Artium), specializing in monumental sculpture.In 1970, he returned to his native country, the DRC, after doctoral studies at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna, Austria and worked as a professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kinshasa.In 1982, he was appointed director-general of this prestigious art school in the DRC. Nine years later, an unfortunate incident occurred. His studios and residence were completely ransacked during the looting that took place in the country. Disappointed, he left the country with his family to settle in Vienna, where he taught in various art schools.In addition to the monument in honor of the Market Gardening Mothers, the busts located at Independence Square in Lualaba, the Lumumba monument in the garden of the Prime Minister's office in Kinshasa, the Governors' Alley in Kinshasa, and the monument dedicated to artists at the famous square with the same name at Victoire roundabout in the Kalamu district in Kinshasa are also among his works.Boni Tsala (2/4/24) Tribute to Alfred Liyolo: The creation of a museum to preserve his artistic heritage (4/14/2024) - Fatshimetrie is a name that holds significance in the world of Congolese art. This Saturday, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo witnessed a special celebration in honor of Alfred Liyolo, a renowned sculptor who passed away five years ago. Alfred Liyolo, an iconic figure in the Congolese artistic realm, was not only a gifted artist but also a knowledgeable scholar and teacher who dedicated his life to enriching and sharing his expertise.Born in 1943, Alfred Liyolo received his training at the Academy of Fine Arts in Vienna, where he earned his Magister Artium degree. Upon returning to the Democratic Republic of Congo, he took charge of the Academy of Fine Arts in Kinshasa, leaving a lasting impact on the country’s cultural scene. Despite the political turmoil of the 1990s, which hindered his work and resulted in the looting of his works and workshops, he spearheaded significant modernization initiatives during his tenure at the institution.At the Open Day held at his Montngafula residence, his daughter, Myoto Liyolo, shared poignant anecdotes about her father’s life and legacy. She detailed the challenges faced by the Liyolo family, particularly the numerous looting incidents endured between 1992 and 2001. The destruction of their art foundry, which was unparalleled in Central Africa at the time, dealt a severe blow to her father’s artistic heritage.In a bid to preserve Alfred Liyolo’s memory, the artist’s residence is currently being transformed into a museum dedicated to his works and contemporary Congolese art. Myoto, inspired by her father’s aspirations, aims to establish this space as a hub for training and research for Congolese artists. This private museum will serve as a platform to explore and comprehend the history of contemporary Congolese art, underscoring its substantial influence on the African art landscape.Through this initiative, the Liyolo family and the artistic community endeavor to uphold Alfred Liyolo’s legacy, offering future generations a space where Congolese art can continue to inspire and nurture the artists of tomorrow. This endeavor highlights the importance of acknowledging and safeguarding the country’s artistic history while paying a fitting tribute to an extraordinary artist who indelibly marked his era. “Celebrate the artistic legacy of Alfred Liyolo during an exceptional cultural day in Kinshasa” (3/26/24) - The Liyolo Foundation recently announced preparations for a special day to commemorate the 5th anniversary of the death of renowned sculptor Alfred Liyolo. This unique cultural event, scheduled for Saturday April 13, 2024, will be a celebration of the rich artistic legacy left by the Congolese artist.Alfred Liyolo, born in 1943 in Bolobo in the Democratic Republic of Congo, left his mark on the art world as one of Africa’s most talented sculptors. Her work, characterized by expressive sculptures exploring profound themes such as motherhood and spirituality, has garnered admiration internationally. id="aswift_2" name="aswift_2" sandbox="allow-forms allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation" width="637" height="0" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" vspace="0" hspace="0" allowtransparency="true" scrolling="no" src="https://googleads.g.doubleclick.net/pagead/ads?client=ca-pub-4881019570477195&output=html&h=280&slotname=5328545501&adk=2579281401&adf=379351060&pi=t.ma~as.5328545501&w=637&abgtt=6&fwrn=4&fwrnh=100&lmt=1715637242&rafmt=1&format=637x280&url=https%3A%2F%2Feng.fatshimetrie.org%2F2024%2F03%2F26%2Fcelebrate-the-artistic-legacy-of-alfred-liyolo-during-an-exceptional-cultural-day-in-kinshasa%2F&fwr=0&fwrattr=true&rpe=1&resp_fmts=3&wgl=1&uach=WyJXaW5kb3dzIiwiMTUuMC4wIiwieDg2IiwiIiwiMTI0LjAuMjQ3OC44MCIsbnVsbCwwLG51bGwsIjY0IixbWyJDaHJvbWl1bSIsIjEyNC4wLjYzNjcuMTE4Il0sWyJNaWNyb3NvZnQgRWRnZSIsIjEyNC4wLjI0NzguODAiXSxbIk5vdC1BLkJyYW5kIiwiOTkuMC4wLjAiXV0sMF0.&dt=1715637243109&bpp=1&bdt=191&idt=97&shv=r20240509&mjsv=m202405080101&ptt=9&saldr=aa&abxe=1&cookie=ID%3D3cec8b5f9fd8cb41%3AT%3D1715637146%3ART%3D1715637146%3AS%3DALNI_Ma_swvfJ5gdNAX9u7ADmoypXYY5kA&gpic=UID%3D00000e062bebd168%3AT%3D1715637146%3ART%3D1715637146%3AS%3DALNI_Mb6w09TXrwDptLxxTgUhIa1nMNvVw&eo_id_str=ID%3Df3ef729bf7cde7f1%3AT%3D1715637146%3ART%3D1715637146%3AS%3DAA-AfjY6_w4-vJHGTZO1B0qLC3vx&prev_fmts=0x0%2C637x280&nras=1&correlator=5311909398973&frm=20&pv=1&ga_vid=1608090043.1715637146&ga_sid=1715637243&ga_hid=1266426815&ga_fc=1&u_tz=-420&u_his=19&u_h=768&u_w=1366&u_ah=720&u_aw=1366&u_cd=24&u_sd=1&dmc=8&adx=191&ady=1470&biw=1241&bih=557&scr_x=0&scr_y=0&eid=44759875%2C44759926%2C44759842%2C95331687%2C95331983%2C31083538%2C95331712%2C95332403%2C95332415&oid=2&pvsid=2289191246900779&tmod=1847802871&wsm=1&uas=0&nvt=1&ref=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F&fc=1920&brdim=75%2C55%2C75%2C55%2C1366%2C0%2C1280%2C648%2C1256%2C557&vis=1&rsz=%7C%7CoEebr%7C&abl=CS&pfx=0&fu=128&bc=31&bz=1.02&psd=W251bGwsbnVsbCxudWxsLDNd&ifi=3&uci=a!3&btvi=2&fsb=1&dtd=102" data-google-container-id="a!3" tabindex="0" title="Advertisement" aria-label="Advertisement" data-google-query-id="CJyesOPOi4YDFWiTOgUdOt8Mrw" data-load-complete="true" style="box-sizing: border-box; background: 0px 0px; border-width: 0px; border-style: initial; margin: 0px 0px 20px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; outline: none; display: block; max-width: 100%; left: 0px; position: absolute; top: 0px; width: 637px; height: 0px;">The “open cultural day” organized by the Liyolo Foundation will offer the public a unique opportunity to discover and appreciate the work of this visionary artist. Through exhibitions, workshops and performances, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the captivating artistic universe of Alfred Liyolo and immerse themselves in his creativity.In addition to highlighting Liyolo’s work, the event will also allow contemporary Congolese artists to pay tribute to this great master and share their own interpretation of African art. This day therefore promises to be rich in discoveries and emotions for all lovers of art and culture.The Liyolo Foundation strongly encourages families, students and art enthusiasts to attend this special day which will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. The event is free and open to all, with the aim of paying tribute to the life and invaluable work of Alfred Liyolo.In addition, for those wishing to discover more about the art and legacy of Alfred Liyolo, I invite you to consult the following articles already published on the blog.This day will be an opportunity to celebrate an exceptional artist and perpetuate his artistic legacy for future generations. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of African art and discover the lasting impact left by Alfred Liyolo.*Useful information*:– Date: Saturday April 13, 2024– Time: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.– Location: Liyolo Foundation, Kinshasa, DRC– Free admission Five years after his death, Alfred Liyolo remains a name engraved "in bronze" in the hearts of art lovers (4/1/24) - Alfred Liyolo's name still resonates in the Congolese artistic landscape today. Although five years have already passed since his death on April 1, 2019, five years of regrets, memories and tributes persist, marked by the memory of the work of a talented Congolese sculptor who left his mark on his time and influenced generations. Professor Emeritus, man of culture and citizen of the world, Alfred Liyolo was affectionately known as Master Liyolo.Among the activities paying tribute to this emblematic figure of art, an exhibition entitled "Liyolo Empreinte" was organized by the foundation of the same name in May and June 2021, in commemoration of his 60-year career. "Liyolo Empreinte" celebrates the time when Liyolo, as an avant-garde of the 60s and early 70s, paved the way for so many other artists. He dared and was bold, which today allows Congolese artists to be better recognized abroad.On April 13, another similar activity is planned in Kinshasa: an open day entitled "Where the cult of creation reigns", at the Liyolo estate, in Mont-Ngafula, on the By-pass, at the stop that bears the same name. The artist's works will be accessible to those who wish to visit them freely and free of charge. It will also be an opportunity to talk about the Liyolo Foundation, which advocates artistic excellence and perpetuates the extraordinary work of this phenomenon who tamed bronze.On November 20, a headstone was unveiled at the Necropolis Between Heaven and Earth cemetery, where Master Liyolo rests. This work, built in precious stone, represents Liyolo's two identity hands at work. It also features an image of a tireless bronze artist surrounded by granite cast in concrete. This creation is the work of the Liyolo workshop, directed by his son, Rik Enyuka.Liyolo is the author of countless monumental works across the DRC, and some adorn many public spaces, such as the artists' square at the Victoire roundabout, or the monument paying tribute to market gardening mothers, located at the intersection of Kimwenza and By-pass avenues in Kinshasa. His recent works can be admired in the garden of the Prime Minister's Office in Kinshasa.Among Alfred Liyolo's other creations is the statue of Franco Luambo Makiadi with his guitar, which stands at the Victoire roundabout. Mastering bronze, which he had practically tamed, he created "The Thinker" in 1976, a work that the Senegalese President described as the embodiment of the authenticity of Negritude. This statue was classified as a timeless work by the Ministry of Culture, Arts and Heritage on March 30.Having studied in Austria as well as in Congo and the DRC, Alfred Liyolo is one of the contemporary African artists who combine African influences and modern forms. He has exhibited and taught in many countries, and obtained a Magister Artium as well as a Master's degree in Monumental Sculpture in Austria.Liyolo was the only African artist to have been received by the Emperor of Japan. He has exhibited all over the world, from Switzerland to China, from Senegal to South Africa, and has participated in numerous art biennials and international exhibitions, as well as seminars in the context of art education.Kuzamba Mbuangu 7 MODERN CONGOLESE ARTISTS YOU SHOULD KNOWJULY 8, 2022 To navigate the history of art of a complex, multifaceted and multicultural continent as Africa, especially if you just got passionate about it, can seem like an overwhelming maze. But no worries, we are here to help you. Follow our series of “Artists you should know or watch” in each country, and you could soon almost sound like an expert! After Nigeria and South Africa, let’s keep on with the Democratic Republic of Congo. In this article, we are looking at modern Congolese artists who have been mainly influential during the second half of last century. The following artists have been nationally acclaimed for their work and contribution to the arts. Often praised for their vividness and social reflection, Congolese art creations translate the conditions of their time and making. Artists long practiced under colonial supervision and influence. The advent of modernism and independence brought new streams of creation and innovation in the visual arts. Modern Congolese artists found inspiration in modern patterns and global artistic influence while remaining faithful to traditional art forms and practices. In this survey, we purposefully highlight artists who haven’t necessarily enjoyed major international recognition – such as Chéri Samba or Bodys Isek Kingelez – , but who have had a prolific career in the country. Locating modern art in the history of the Congo that has seen several art ideologies and movements coexist and collide with each other is not an easy task. It would be hard not to mention the Hangar workshop founded under the impulsion of Pierre Romain-Desfossés in 1946 until his death in 1954. Naval officer and painter, he settled in Lubumbashi in 1944 where he set to let local art creation blossom untainted by western art canons or influence. Artists such as Pilipili Mulongoy, Mwenze Kibwanga or Sara Bela were encouraged to find inspiration in nature, their direct environment and surroundings. Scenes of fauna, flora and rural life are predominant in their work, and the application of paint displays much freedom and ingenuity. The results of an auction of works by artists of the Hangar held earlier this year speak for their international appeal. At its demise, the Hangar integrated the Académie des Beaux-Arts of Élisabethville (former Lubumbashi), where some of those artists passed on their skills and vision of art creation. Alfred Liyolo(Bolobo, 1943 – Vienne, 2019) If one sculptor has to come out of this survey, here he is. Alfred Liyolo was born in 1943 in the former Bandundu province. He passed away a bit more than two years ago, leaving behind him a founding artistic legacy. Shaping bronze, Liyolo’s quest has been one of beauty, transmission, and audacity. One of his most visible achievement is the large-scale statue of the Congolese rumba musician Franco Luambo Makiadi in Matonge, Kinshasa. Liyolo sculpted bronze with gracious lines and a universal language in various scales. A passionate artist, his work has been generally well-received. Liyolo can be seen as a monument of African modern sculpture.

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