NFT
Exploring Ethiopian Art Through NFTs at Toledo Museum of Art
Friday. July 5 at 6:30 PM
1 min. readToledo Museum of Art (TMA) will conclude its exhibition of Ethiopian art with a focus on non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Yatreda, a blockchain-based Ethiopian art collective, will be the digital artist in residence, showcasing historical relics alongside cutting-edge NFTs. Yatreda's work bridges Ethiopia's past with its present, capturing the country's history in a unique way. The collaboration with TMA aligns with the museum's exploration of new technologies like Web3. The exhibition, 'Ethiopia at the Crossroads,' features 200 artworks spanning 2,000 years of history. Yatreda's residency includes a Christie's sale and the debut of new series. The project aims to create a sense of belonging and continuity in the art world, utilizing blockchain to bring Ethiopian art into the future. TMA's innovative approach to digital art residency sets a precedent for museums embracing Web3 and NFTs.