Calixte Dakpogan

Male, Person

1958 –

44

Who is Calixte Dakpogan?

Calixte Dakpogan is a Beninese sculptor known for his installations as well as his masks made out of diverse and original found materials. A native of Pahou, he currently lives and works in Porto Novo. Much of his work is inspired by his Voudon heritage.

Many of his masks are part of The Contemporary African Art Collection of Jean Pigozzi and are exhibited in major group shows in museums around the world.

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Born
1958
Benin

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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