Wendwesen Kebede: The Ethiopian Artist Reframing Global Art
“What Basquiat did for New York, Wendwesen Kebede is doing for Addis.”
This isn’t just a comparison — it’s context.
Some artists carry more than just technique. They carry memory, legacy, and a deep cultural weight. Wendwesen Kebede, a visionary Ethiopian artist, is one of those rare voices.
“What Basquiat did for New York, Wendwesen Kebede is doing for Addis.”
This isn’t just a comparison — it’s context.
Some artists carry more than just technique. They carry memory, legacy, and a deep cultural weight. Wendwesen Kebede, a visionary Ethiopian artist, is one of those rare voices.
Who Is Wendwesen Kebede?
Wendwesen is more than a painter. He is a historian, storyteller, teacher, and cultural advocate. His art travels the world — from Addis Ababa to New York, Colombia to Greece — yet always stays rooted in Ethiopia.
His work isn’t made for trends — it’s made to hold memory and reflect who we are.
And now, for the first time, his most powerful pieces are available as limited-edition prints, hand-signed and numbered, with only 100 copies per artwork.
If you’ve been waiting to collect something truly meaningful — this might be it.
Why Wendwesen’s Work Matters Now
The global art market is beginning to ask deeper questions:
Where does the work come from? Whose voice does it carry? Who gets remembered?
Wendwesen Kebede’s art answers all of these — and more.
Here’s why we believe this moment matters:
1. Ethiopia’s Visual Culture Is Ancient — and Underrated
Ethiopia has one of the world’s oldest visual traditions, yet it remains drastically underrepresented in global markets. Artists like Wendwesen help fill that cultural gap.
2. These Works Carry More Than Paint
Each brushstroke holds memory, spirituality, and authorship. Wendwesen doesn’t just make work — he shapes how a culture sees itself.
3. Collectors Are Changing
Today’s collectors value authenticity, cultural voice, and story. This is the kind of work they’re looking for.
A New Art Movement Begins — and You’re Invited
At Adulis Ethiopian Art, we’re building something long-term. We’re not here to follow trends — we’re here to build a canon.
We’re already working closely with a multigenerational ecosystem of Ethiopian artists — across painting, printmaking, sculpture, and beyond. Our vision is to become your trusted partner in discovering, curating, and collecting Ethiopian art that will define the future.
This first release is only the beginning. What’s coming next is even more ambitious.
Let’s Talk About What’s Possible
Are you a collector, curator, or dealer looking to engage more deeply with African contemporary art?
We’d love to start a conversation and build something thoughtful together — something that goes beyond selling to actually shaping the future of what gets seen and preserved.
📧 Reach out directly at: CEO@adulisethiopianart.com
Coming Soon: U.S. Gallery Tours
Starting in 2026, Adulis will host two private gallery exhibitions per year in select U.S. cities. Each show will feature original Ethiopian works before they go on sale.
If you’d like to be involved — as a host, curator, or collector — let’s talk.