Ghanaian Artist Ibrahim Mahama Takes First Place; 2025 Art World 'Power 100' Ranking Announced
The 2025 'Power 100' ranking by ArtReview magazine was announced, with Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama securing the top spot.Summary
The 2025 edition of ArtReview magazine's annual 'Power 100' ranking, which selects influential figures in the art world, has been released, placing Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama at number one. Mahama, who was ranked 14th last year, is the first artist from the African continent to reach the top position. He is known for his large-scale installations using discarded fabric from the cocoa industry sewn onto architectural structures. His leadership in building infrastructure to support other artists was highly praised, leading to his top ranking. Many artists in this year's top 10 are recognized for their efforts in 'system building,' similar to Mahama. For example, Wael Shawky (4th) will direct the first Art Basel Qatar next February, and Ho Tzu Nyen (5th) will serve as the artistic director for the 16th Gwangju Biennale. Artists like Mark Bradford (12th) and Yinka Shonibare (14th) established residency facilities, while Wolfgang Tillmans (10th), Theaster Gates (16th), and Marina Abramović (28th) are involved in running art centers or schools, indicating that activities extending beyond traditional artistic frameworks are being highly valued.
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