HEADLESS MAN TRYING TO DRINK 2005

"Headless Man Trying to Drink" (2005) is a sculpture by British-Nigerian artist Yinka Shonibare MBE, known for his use of vibrant fabrics and explorations of colonialism and identity. The headless figure, dressed in Dutch wax fabric, attempts to drink from a fountain, highlighting the absurdity of the pursuit of basic needs without a sense of self. The work's humor and unsettling imagery challenge perceptions of identity, culture, and the human condition.