Christopher Myers Let The Mermaids Flirt with Me

Meridians | Art Basel Miami Beach | Nov 29 - Dec 3

For the Meridians sector of Art Basel Miami Beach 2022, James Cohan is pleased to present Let The Mermaids Flirt with Me, 2022, a suite of stained glass paintings in lightboxes by Christopher Myers. Installed within a freestanding octagonal architectural structure, Let The Mermaids Flirt with Me, 2022, creates a chapel for contemplation of the illuminated compositions.

This monumental site-specific installation creates an atmospheric devotional space for Myer’s deeply personal and poetic project. It is a visual exploration of the varied mythological, spiritual, and historical relationships between Black bodies, diaspora, and water.

To explore the installation online in advance of your visit to the fair, click here.

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