Superposition Gallery and Artmatic Art Advisory are pleased to present House of Crowns, an inaugural program of group exhibitions sponsored by Phillips Auction House.

Co-Curators Anwarii Musa of Artmatic and Storm Ascher of Superposition Gallery have partnered to gather art objects and concepts      from their communities in common. The New York presentation of House of Crowns will exhibit a range of work spanning multiple generations of established and emerging artists for its first iteration. The concept of House of Crowns came about in conversations and shared goals of Musa and Ascher to facilitate mentorship among artists. They say, “We find that all look up to each other no matter our public-facing statuses or career trajectories. We look for guidance from the established and emerging, the main attraction and the overlooked, to enhance the collective consciousness of our mission.” By “passing the crown around,” Ascher and Musa weave together the differing associations that come with the word crown from each artist’s and generation’s perspective. Several themes emerge, such as royalty and prestige, heroes and deities, the metaphysical and higher thinking, and the ability to dismantle power structures. A range of expression and style are represented through figurative and abstract paintings, sculptures, video, installations, collage and photographic works.

House of Crowns’ decision to place the artworks in architecturally inspiring spaces that are frequented with adornment supports their aspiration to make sure the artwork has institutional and prestigious placement in order to broaden the legacy and longevity of Black and Brown contemporary art in the 21st century. Phillips Auction House’s new space at 432 Park Avenue sets the stage with its large street corner-facing mezzanine and ground-level displays within the galleries. While the auction house is a sponsor, primary market sales are being facilitated by Superposition and Artmatic.

Exhibiting artists: Renee Cox, YoYo Lander, Derrick Adams, Felandus Thames, Moffat Takadiwa, Anthony Akinbola, Ludovic Nkoth, Alteronce Gumby, Helina Metafaria, Raelis Vasquez, Steven John Irby, Muna Malik, Layo Bright, Khari Turner, Haleigh Nickerson, Ryan Cosbert, Patrick Alston, Adrian Armstrong.

House of Crowns is open to the public December 15-20. The galleries are open to the public Monday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm and Sunday from 12pm to 6pm.