Group Exhibition, Madagascar (June 19 - October 2021) HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY

HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY, Antananarivo, Madagascar, opens to international audiences with the inaugural exhibition NY FITIAVANAY / OUR LOVE / NOTRE AMOUR on June 19 – October 2021. Under the artistic direction of Joël Andrianomearisoa, the independent, non-profit, artist-led space takes its name from the Malagasy word for “aesthetic”. It celebrates and supports artistic creativity in Madagascar. Through exhibitions, studio spaces and residency programmes, the centre showcases the richness of contemporary Malagasy art.

Joel Andrianomearisoa, De Profundis, (11 pieces), 2015, Collection HY, Courtesy of HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY

Joel Andrianomearisoa, Sentimenta/ Negotiotions - The Horizon, 2018, Pocket mirrors and wood, Collection HY, Courtesy of HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY

Donn, Dripping ebru, 143cm x 143cm, 2019, Collection HY, Courtesy of HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY

Donn, Tendro, cement iron sculpture, variable, 2015, Courtesy of HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY

Curated by Joël Andrianomearisoa, NY FITIAVANAY / OUR LOVE / NOTRE AMOUR takes its title from Madagascar’s national anthem and explores concepts of nationalism, politics, dependence, independence and interdependence. The multidisciplinary exhibition that presents 26 Malagasy artists reflects on the legacies of colonial rule whilst questioning concepts of independence in the contemporary landscape. Artists on show include singer Mȏta Soa (b. 1985, Antananarivo, Madagascar), photographer Rijasolo (b. 1973, Strasbourg, France) and visual artist Rina Ralay-Ranaivo (b.1984, Antananarivo, Madagascar); the complete list of participating artists is to be announced.

:mentalKLINIK, Another Love (Antononorivo), cables, lampes, installation specifique, variables, 2020. (detail) Collection HY, Courtesy of HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY

Alexandre Gourcon, Colonne I, carved wood, 2020, Collection HY, Courtesy of HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY

Domi Sanji, XLII, ceramic (clay), 7 columns 60 x 300 mm in diameter, 2020, Collection HY, Courtesy of HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY

Mossieur Njo, Farahona, Triptych of three manuscripts, 2020, Collection HY, Courtesy of HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY

HAKANTO CONTEMPORARY is a 300m2 space located in the Ankadimbahoaka district - south of the capital Antananarivo - contributing to dialogues between local and international art scenes. Accessible to the public, HAKANTO offers a meeting place for artists and audiences across the globe. Alongside an ongoing exhibition programme of group and solo exhibitions showcasing work from across Madagascar and beyond, HAKANTO offers dedicated artist residency spaces and areas for artist production, experimentation and creation. Working to accelerate exchange, strengthen skills, and initiate creative projects that represent and support the local art scene, each exhibition is accompanied by an educational programme that includes youth workshops and guided tours. The future exhibition programme consists of a solo show from the leading Malagasy photographer Ramily, opening in November 2021.