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Kehinde Wiley Art

American, b. 1977

Named by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people of 2018, American painter Kehinde Wiley (b. 1977) is one of the most widely recognized artists of his generation, best known for re-creating Old Masters works with contemporary Black subjects.

Take, for instance, his large-scale masterpiece Napoleon Leading the Army over the Alps (2005): The painting is nearly identical in both composition and name to Jacques-Louis David’s Bonaparte Crossing the Alps (1800–1), but instead of the French general posed atop a rearing horse, it’s a modern-day Black man, dressed in fatigues and Timberland boots, against a decorative patterned backdrop. Through such paintings and sculptures, Wiley engages in a political act, acknowledging the omission of Black and other nonwhite figures from historical and cultural narratives — especially as seen through the lens of European portraiture — and introducing them as heroes in poses and positions of power.

Born in Los Angeles, California, Wiley discovered his talents as a photorealistic portrait painter as a child, refining them at the San Francisco Art Institute, where he earned his BFA, and at the Yale University School of Art, where he earned his MFA. His art draws from a range of influences; while his paintings are most associated with Old Master portraits, particularly in the Venitian tradition of Titian and Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, Wiley often sets his subjects in front of ornate patterned backgrounds that reference African textiles and Islamic architecture. In 2017, the artist was commissioned by President Barack Obama to paint his official portrait to hang in the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C.

Wiley has garnered numerous accolades, including the U.S. Department of State Medal of Arts, the Brooklyn Museum Asher B. Durand Award for Artistic Achievement, the American Federation for Arts Cultural Leadership Award and the Pratt Legend Award. His works can be found in the collections of acclaimed institutions around the world, including the Brooklyn Museum of Art; the Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles; Walker Art Center in Minneapolis; the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston; and the Zabludowicz Collection in London.

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Artist: Kehinde Wiley
Kehinde Wiley - Andries Stilte Lt. Ed oversized Towel Wall Hanging 70" x 60"
Kehinde Wiley - Andries Stilte Lt. Ed oversized Towel Wall Hanging 70" x 60"

Kehinde Wiley - Andries Stilte Lt. Ed oversized Towel Wall Hanging 70" x 60"

By Kehinde Wiley

Located in New York, NY

Kehinde Wiley Andries Stilte oversized beach towel, 2008 Silkscreen on 100% Cotton Large Beach Towel or hanging tapestry 70 × 60 inches Edition of 2000 In original packaging with ta...

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Kehinde Wiley - Passing/Posing Paintings & Faux Chapel, 18 prints in bespoke box
Kehinde Wiley - Passing/Posing Paintings & Faux Chapel, 18 prints in bespoke box

Kehinde Wiley - Passing/Posing Paintings & Faux Chapel, 18 prints in bespoke box

By Kehinde Wiley

Located in New York, NY

Kehinde Wiley Passing/Posing, Paintings & Faux Chapel (suite of 18 separate prints), 2004 Portfolio of 18 Separate Color offset lithographs in original black paste board portfoli...

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Kehinde Wiley 'Dimietrus Study' Signed Archival Pigment Print 2021
Kehinde Wiley 'Dimietrus Study' Signed Archival Pigment Print 2021

Kehinde Wiley 'Dimietrus Study' Signed Archival Pigment Print 2021

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Located in Miami, FL

Kehinde Wiley (1977-Present) Dimietrus Study This signed limited edition print by Kehinde Wiley is executed in archival ink on paper and presented in the artist’s custom frame. Sign...

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After Pontormo's "Two Men With a Passage" from Cicero's "On Friendship"
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After Pontormo's "Two Men With a Passage" from Cicero's "On Friendship"

By Kehinde Wiley

Located in Saint Louis, MO

Kehinde Wiley After Pontormo's "Two Men With a Passage" from Cicero's "On Friendship", 2009 Archival inkjet print on Hahnemuhle fine art paper Framed Dimensions: 38 3/8 x 32 7/8 inch...

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Nine of Coins
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Nine of Coins

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Kehinde Wiley Nine of Coins, 2010 Archival inkjet print Framed Dimensions: 20.19 x 16.25 x 1 inches (51.27 x 41.27 x 2.54 cm) Edition AP 2/3, apart from the edition of 7

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Kehinde Wiley art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Kehinde Wiley art available for sale on 1stDibs. You can also browse by medium to find art by Kehinde Wiley in screen print, lithograph, offset print and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the contemporary style. Not every interior allows for large Kehinde Wiley art, so small editions measuring 7 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Annie Leibovitz, Mark Jenkins, and Howard Kanovitz. Kehinde Wiley art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $850 and tops out at $45,000, while the average work can sell for $9,000.
Questions About Kehinde Wiley Art
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Kehinde Wiley's art is displayed in many places. His artwork is part of the permanent collections at the de Young Museum in San Francisco, California; the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, Massachusetts and the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. Wiley also presents his work at special exhibitions throughout the year. A complete list of upcoming exhibitions is available on the artist’s official website. Find a diverse assortment of Kehinde Wiley art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Kehinde Wiley's most famous portrait is arguably of Barack Obama. In 2018, the American artist received a commission to paint the 44th President of the United States. Wiley’s depiction shows Obama surrounded by what are intentionally several types of flowers. The flowers represent Kenya, his father's birthplace; Hawaii, the president's own birthplace; and Chicago, where Obama lived and worked. Other well-known works by Wiley include Napoleon Leading the Army over the Alps, Judith and Holofernes, A New Republic and Femme Piquée Par Un Serpent. Explore a variety of Kehinde Wiley art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Kehinde Wiley is an African American painter known for realistic portraits of people in heroic defeat or triumph. His photo-realistic paintings use a range of references from classical paintings to pop culture. He is best known for his paintings, but he has delved into bronze sculpture as well. Shop a selection of Kehinde Wiley pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    How much a Kehinde Wiley painting is worth varies based on its size, history, condition and other factors. In 2024, his painting Christian Martyr Tarcisius sold for more than $844,000 at auction.

    Named by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people of 2018, American painter Kehinde Wiley is one of his generation's most widely recognized artists, best known for taking inspiration from Old Masters works while centering contemporary Black subjects. He has garnered numerous accolades, including the U.S. Department of State Medal of Arts, the Brooklyn Museum Asher B. Durand Award for Artistic Achievement, the American Federation for Arts Cultural Leadership Award and the Pratt Legend Award.

    If you own a Kehinde Wiley painting, consult a certified appraiser or experienced art dealer for assistance with the valuation process.

    On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Kehinde Wiley art.