Rotimi Fani-Kayode, Adebiyi, 1989/2023

During a tragically brief career, Rotimi Fani-Kayode (1955 - 1989) used photography to explore themes of race, sexuality, spirituality and the self. He masterfully staged and crafted portraits visualising black queer self-expression through a fusion of African and European cultures. Prominent in the Black British art scene in the 1980s, he remains an important figure in art history.

Shortly after his death, his long-term partner Alex Hirst (1951-1992) produced a unique gum bichromate print of Fani-Kayode's iconic photograph Adebiyi. This has been skilfully editioned as a giclée print, and is exclusively available from Autograph.

Fani-Kayode was one of the first chairs of Autograph and a founding signatory. This limited edition has been released as a fundraiser for Autograph's 35th anniversary.

Autograph is a registered charity in the UK and all sales support our arts and learning programmes - championing photography that explores issues of race, identity, representation, human rights and social justice.

This limited edition print is shipped in a custom-made presentation box with mounting window.

Edition of 35
Archival giclée print, printed 2023
This limited edition print is shipped in a custom-made presentation box with mounting window.
Presentation box dimensions: 58 x 68.3 x 3cm
Print size: 42 x 55cm
Image size: 40 x 49.8cm
With certificate of authenticity issued by Autograph.

Limited Edition prints are sent via courier, and are dispatched within 14 working days of purchase to allow for packing and condition checks. You will be emailed details and tracking information for shipment.

Items for collection from our gallery in London will be available for pickup within 14 working days. You will be emailed when your order is ready.

International delivery
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Please note that this sale is for the physical limited edition print only. This sale does not include reproduction or digital rights for the work.

If resold in the future, the artist may be entitled to the Artist's Resale Right, for more information visit DACS.

Limited Edition prints are released in tiers, and prices will increase as an edition starts to sell out. Prices are subject to change and availability.