2023-05-04 07:10:31
Brazilian artist Eduardo Kobra created a work on the facade of the former Cotonou port hotel. The work produced as part of his coexistence project was unveiled to the public on the followingnoon of this Wednesday, May 03, 2023.
Eduardo Kobra, famous Brazilian artist signed this Wednesday, May 03, 2023, a fresco in Cotonou. As part of his coexistence project, which deals with themes relating to religious freedom, respect for the most diverse beliefs, the need for peaceful and harmonious coexistence between members of different churches, etc., he has produced a work on the fence of the former port hotel.
On an area of 525 square meters, he painted 12 people, each representing a religious denomination. According to the artist, the work produced symbolizes the 12 departments of Benin. The 12 people have their backs turned. They look at the sky while holding each other. At the center of the work, the map of Benin in national colors. The fresco, according to the artist, was produced as part of his coexistence project. The project, according to Eduardo Kobra, deals with themes relating to religious freedom, respect for the most diverse beliefs, the need for peaceful and harmonious coexistence between members of different churches, etc. Following his research on Benin, he concluded that Benin is a Nation that rests on the pillars of religious freedom and where different beliefs coexist. For him, whatever the region, we are all equal and can live in harmony. Through the works of his coexistence project, Eduardo Kobra wants to spread the messages of tolerance, peace, and brotherhood among men.
The inauguration ceremony of the work was marked by several personalities, including the Minister of Culture, Jean-Michel Abimbola, the First Lady of Benin, Claudine Talon, etc.
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