Tributes for Nigeria’s Yoruba wood carver

Kasali Akangbe Ogun, a renowned Nigerian wood carver and key figure in the New Sacred Art Movement, has been laid to rest following his death after a brief illness. He was celebrated for his distinctive artistic style and his dedication to preserving the Osun Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. His work, which embodies spiritual depth and cultural significance, is currently featured in the Nigerian Modernism exhibition at Tate Modern. Akangbe Ogun’s legacy includes a commitment to environmental preservation and the promotion of Yoruba culture through art.