Òwú. Fil. Faden. Thread

A quilted fabric connects the cities of Vorarlberg, Lagos, St. Gallen, Vienna and Dakar; it testifies the lasting entanglement of textiles, trade, and terror. Documenting a quilted journey of encounters and collaborations, it recalls the heritage of colonialism and power, community and belonging. The fabric unravels threads of violence; it pursuits the longing for an otherwise, and strives to mend and weave new relations. As we experiment with different textile-making techniques like stitching, dyeing, printing or repairing, we search for the making of connections within and beyond the colonial heritage.

Participating artists: Anette Baldauf, Milou Gabriel, Sasha Huber, Janine Jembere, Susanna Delali Nuwordu, Abiona Esther Ojo, Jumoke Sanwo, Mariama Sow, Katharina Weingartner.

The opening of Òwú. Fil. Faden. Thread. at CCA, Lagos brought together artists, collaborators, and guests for an evening of reflection, dialogue, and discovery.

The night celebrated the power of textiles to tell stories that cross borders and generations.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this moment. The exhibition continues until 28 November 2025 — we invite you to visit and experience it firsthand.