For nearly three decades, Rashid Johnson (b. 1977, Chicago) has built an expansive and thought-provoking body of work that spans disciplines like history, philosophy, literature, and music. This major solo exhibition showcases Johnson’s influence as an art historian, a bridge to Black popular culture, and a dynamic voice in contemporary art.
Nearly 90 pieces will be on display, ranging from black soap paintings and spray-painted text works to large-scale sculptures, film, and video installations. The museum’s rotunda will also feature Sanguine, a monumental, site-specific work on the top ramp, complete with an embedded piano for live performances. A series of interactive programs, created in partnership with local New York City organizations, will bring life to a sculptural stage at the heart of the rotunda.
This exhibition is curated by Naomi Beckwith, Deputy Director and Chief Curator at the Guggenheim, and Andrea Karnes, Chief Curator at the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, with support from Faith Hunter, Guggenheim Curatorial Assistant.
