Tapestry Colour Studies: Chris Ofili, The Caged Bird’s Song

Commissioned by The Clothworkers' Company, the tapestry took two and a half years to complete and was unveiled at The National Gallery in London as the centrepiece to an exhibition titled Chris Ofili: Weaving Magic from April to August 2017. The work now hangs in its permanent home at the Clothworkers' Hall, in the heart of London. In 2024, Dovecot held an exhibition which showcased the tapestry in the Studios where it was woven and explored the weavers’ work, the process, and the skills required to interpret an artist’s design.

The imagery and design created by Ofili reflects that artists' ongoing interest in classical mythology and contemporary demigods, together with the stories, magic and colour of the Trinidadian landscape he inhabits.

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Specification: 

• Ash waxed frame (200mm x 200mm)
• Anti-reflective and UV protected glass (Artglass AR70)
• Dovecot Studios mark of authentication

Every sample sold supports Dovecot and allows us to create artwork for Scotland and sustain the future of tapestry weaving.

Please note: This item is available for collection only. We do not offer shipping or delivery for this product.

Upon purchase Tapestry Colour Studies can be collected from:

Dovecot Studios, 10 Infirmary Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1LT