Ablade Glover (b.1934)
Emmanuel Ablade Glover is a celebrated Ghanaian artist and educator known for his dynamic, swirling style that blends abstraction and realism. His vibrant depictions of urban life—markets, lorry parks, shantytowns, and women—offer a layered view of contemporary Ghana. With a career spanning decades, Glover has exhibited internationally and earned prestigious honors, including Ghana’s Order of the Volta and a Life Fellowship at London’s Royal Society of Arts. His work is held in major collections, including the Imperial Palace of Japan, UNESCO Paris, and Chicago’s International Airports.
The artist lives and works in Accra, Ghana.
