This venture examines the complexities of global exchange fostered by capitalism and its effects on life and art. The title, Time, Trade & Travel, reflects the exhibition’s focus on historical encounters between Europeans and Africans, particularly through trade and cultural exchange. The participating artists present diverse perspectives, investigating how economic and cultural relationships of the past continue to shape contemporary realities.
The exhibition provides a platform for artistic inquiries into pre-colonial trade, colonial legacies, and the persistent imperialistic conditions underlying globalization. Drawing on the long-standing trade relations between Ghana and the Netherlands, officially reinforced by a cooperation agreement between Amsterdam and Accra in 2004, the exhibition delves into the enduring impact of these histories.