Painter

Chris Ofili

1968 - today

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His biography is available in 16 different languages on Wikipedia. Chris Ofili is the 2,038th most popular painter, the 8,293rd most popular biography from United Kingdom and the 140th most popular British Painter.

Chris Ofili is most famous for his vibrant, textured paintings that often incorporate unconventional materials such as elephant dung and glitter. His work frequently explores themes of identity, culture, and spirituality, and he gained significant attention for his piece "The Holy Virgin Mary," which was controversial for its provocative imagery.

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Among Painters

Among painters, Chris Ofili ranks 2,038 out of 2,023Before him are Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, Filippo Randazzo, Kehinde Wiley, Leonel Maciel, Muniba Mazari, and Rachel Dolezal. After him are Alexandra Nechita, Lily Williams, Emily Ford, Clayton Lewis, Pat Blair, and Ignacio Ortiz.

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Contemporaries

Among people born in 1968, Chris Ofili ranks 1,204Before him are Rebekah Brooks, Derek Whyte, Van Jones, Greg Wells, Ileana Citaristi, and Sandy Brondello. After him are Andy Flower, Matt Elliott, Brian Deane, Adam Price, Varsha Usgaonkar, and Sławomir Napłoszek.

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In United Kingdom

Among people born in United Kingdom, Chris Ofili ranks 8,295 out of NaNBefore him are Alex Lynn (1993), Leigh Francis (1973), Anton Hysén (1990), Carl Jenkinson (1992), Just Jack (1975), and Bradley Smith (1990). After him are Alan Kernaghan (1967), Michael Mancienne (1988), Alex McCarthy (1989), Mark Delaney (1976), Matt Elliott (1968), and Taiye Selasi (1979).

Among Painters In United Kingdom

Among painters born in United Kingdom, Chris Ofili ranks 140Before him are Stanley Spencer (1891), William Hart (1823), Leslie Ward (1851), Jenny Saville (1970), Alfred E. Goodey (1878), and Lynette Yiadom-Boakye (1977).

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