Dennis Osadebe (b. 1991, Lagos) is a Nigerian artist working across painting, sculpture, and installation. Drawing on traditional forms and symbols, he explores how tradition and innovation coexist, creating work that balances vitality with order.
His recent solo exhibition, Forcing Connections, was presented at Ceysson & Bénétière, New York (2025). Previous solo exhibitions include KÖNIG Galerie, Berlin (2023); KÖNIG Galerie, London (2022); GR Gallery, New York (2021); Christopher Moller Gallery, Cape Town (2020) and Galerie Liusa Wang, Paris (2019).
Osadebe's work has been included in group exhibitions internationally and presented at art fairs including NADA and Frieze London. Notable projects include THE RULES DO NOT APPLY for The National Gallery, London. His work has been featured in campaigns for Louis Vuitton (2021) and NBA (2023), and he has collaborated with Hermès on multiple occasions, most recently a scarf for their Spring/Summer 2025 collection.
Osadebe studied Business Management at Queen Mary University of London and holds an MSc in Innovation and Entrepreneurship from University of Warwick. He lives and works in Lagos, Nigeria.
