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ibrahim mahama installation on the barbican lakeside facade
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What are Batakari?

Ibrahim Mahama’s stunning giant work adorning our building features Batakari – robes worn by Ghanaian royalty. Discover the history and significance of these precious garments.

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Ibrahim Mahama on making Purple Hibiscus

We sat down with artist Ibrahim Mahama to talk to him about our latest commission Purple Hibiscus, which sees 2000 square metres of vibrant, hand-woven fabric from Ghana envelop our Lakeside facade.