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30.04.1933–05.01.2016

Uche Okeke

Uche Okeke (1933–2016) was a Nigerian artist, draftsman, sculptor, and art theorist. He played a key role in the development of Nigerian modernism and significantly influenced the country's art and aesthetic theory.

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Christopher Uchefuwa Okeke, known as Uche Okeke, was born on April 30, 1933. He was a prominent Nigerian artist, draftsman, sculptor, and educator. Beyond his creative work, Okeke was an art historian and theorist who had a considerable impact on the formation of Nigerian modernism. His works and ideas left a noticeable mark on the cultural life of Nigeria. Uche Okeke passed away on January 5, 2016, leaving behind a rich artistic legacy and a significant contribution to the development of art and aesthetics in Nigeria.

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