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X-Chess; Egyptian theme (2024) Sculpture by Cyril Emmanuel (X the Villain)
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This unique chess set is sculpted from wood, a medium as timeless and enduring as the civilizations it represents. The Egyptian theme imbues each piece with profound symbolism:
● Pharaoh X as the King: Reincarnation of X the Villain, my alter-ego, Pharaoh X embodies the central figure of authority and decision-making. As the King, he is the linchpin of the game, vulnerable yet indispensable, reflecting the burdens of leadership and the consequences of apathy.
● Queen Nefertiti: As the Queen, Nefertiti symbolizes wisdom, grace, and power. Her unparalleled mobility and influence on the board echo her historical legacy as a beacon of strength and beauty.
● Thoth as the Rook: The god of wisdom, Thoth, anchors the board's corners, offering steadfast protection and a calculated presence. His placement as the Rook underscores the need for knowledge and stability in life's foundation.
● Anubis as the Knight: With his thermal vision and mystic connection to the underworld, Anubis leaps unpredictably across the board, embodying the unforeseen challenges and creative solutions that shape our journeys.
● Horus as the Bishop: Representing divine insight, Horus glides diagonally, cutting across boundaries with precision and clarity, guiding us with spirituality and foresight.
● Nubians as the Pawns: These represent the everyman, the unsung heroes of history. They begin humbly, yet through perseverance and strategy, they hold the potential for transformation into greatness, embodying hope and ambition.
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Cyril Oluwamuyiwa Emmanuel alias X the Villain, is a contemporary conceptual and performance artist based in Lagos, Nigeria. Drawing heavily from his Yoruba heritage and Egyptian ancestry, Cyril's work is deeply rooted in culture, reflected in his use of palm oil for paintings, and charcoal for sculptures.
Self-taught and inspired by Leonardo da Vinci, Tehching Hsieh, Yinka Shonibare, and Jean Michel Basquiat, Cyril developed a distinctive style that explores African identities, cultures, and global history. His artworks often depict society's outcasts, addressing themes such as identity crisis, discrimination, and mental health. As an advocate for human rights and environmental sustainability, he aims to create immersive and interactive experiences accessible to all, including individuals with disabilities.
In the realm of performance art, X the Villain’s work is a visceral exploration of societal fractures caused by discrimination, racism, and segregation. He immerses himself in the raw narratives of these issues, pushing the boundaries of performance art to provoke profound introspection. Through his performances, he aspires to dismantle preconceptions, instigate uncomfortable conversations, and inspire collective reckoning with the complexities of our shared humanity. Every gesture and movement is a deliberate act aimed at breaking down the barriers that divide us, urging audiences to confront the uncomfortable truths embedded in our social fabric.
- Nationality: NIGERIA
- Date of birth : 1995
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- Groups: Contemporary Nigerian Artists
Cyril Emmanuel, aka X the Villain: An artist at the crossroads of traditions and futures 
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