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Gallery Article 15 Specializing in contemporary Congolese art. Located in Washington, DC.

In our continuing series highlighting the young artistisc talent from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) 🇨🇩 in our N...
10/05/2026

In our continuing series highlighting the young artistisc talent from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) 🇨🇩 in our November 2026 exhibition, we feature Shabani Bonela from Lubumbashi, DRC.

Shabani Bonela is a Congolese abstract expressionist painter who developed her practice as a self-taught artist, building a visual language shaped by personal exploration, community exchange, and a deep connection to emotion and intuition. Through movement, texture, spontaneous forms, and symbolic elements, her paintings transform inner experiences into visual expressions. Her work explores emotional well-being, everyday struggles, and human resilience, creating a space for dialogue, healing, and reflection on the complexities of the inner self.

Pre-exhibition sales available at the gallery and online (see links in bio).

Shabani Bonela
Congolese, Born 2003
Lives and works in Lubumbashi, DRC

Resilience
2026
Acrylic on canvas
100 x 100 cm

Rester Assis
2026
Acrylic on canvas
80 x 80 cm

Poids
2026
Acrylic on canvas
90 x 60 cm

Sois
2026
Acrylic on canvas
42 x 60 cm

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Gallery Article 15 is pleased to introduce Congolese 🇨🇩 artist Jeancy Tanzey, a featured artist in Gallery Article 15’s ...
09/28/2026

Gallery Article 15 is pleased to introduce Congolese 🇨🇩 artist Jeancy Tanzey, a featured artist in Gallery Article 15’s Young Artists Collective (Collectif A15) November 2026 exhibition.

Jeancy Tanzey’s practice explores the vision of “one world, one people, one nation,” reflecting on humanity’s shared connections and the importance of unity beyond cultural and social divisions. A graduate of the Académie des Beaux-Arts in Kinshasa, DRC he creates vibrant compositions of intertwined lines, organic forms, and symbolic imagery that celebrate cultural diversity and collective harmony. His series “Les mouvements de l’univers” presents dance as a universal language, bringing together rhythms, traditions, and gestures from different cultures as expressions of connection, memory, and shared human experience.

Works available at the gallery and online (see links in bio)

Jeancy Tanzey
Born 2000
Lives and works in Kinshasa, DRC

Painting #1:
La Sinuosité de la Vie Humaine
2024
Acrylic on canvas
110 x 130 cm

Painting #2:
Le Mouvement de l’Univers 5
2026
Acrylic on canvas
100 x 100 cm

09/26/2026

Gallery Article 15 committed to supporting the next generation of artists in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) 🇨🇩through the Collectif A15, an initiative that provides both material support and exposure to the American art market for emerging talent. A key initiative of the Collectif A15 is an annual exhibition of young Congolese artists.

As we prepare for our upcoming November 2026 Collectif A15 exhibition, to be held at the gallery, we take a look back at our previous exhibitions.

We will be posting previews of the November 2026 exhibition over the next weeks.

Learn more about these talented artists at the gallery and online.

New at Gallery Article 15: Pende Dancers. Pende dancers from the southwestern region of the Democratic Republic of Cong...
09/25/2026

New at Gallery Article 15: Pende Dancers.

Pende dancers from the southwestern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) perform at initiation ceremonies, funerals and and other important events wearing elaborate full body costumes made from raffia palm leaves. Some masks represent ancestral spirits, while others are used in ceremonies to celebrate important life events. The dancers’ masks are notable for their large, closely set eyes, reflecting the sun and a sense of all-seeing. Feathers and large red disks can be seen in some of the masks.

These beautiful small statues of Pende dancers are handmade in the DR Congo from raffia palm leaves and wood.

See our selection at the gallery and on our website (link in bio).

All Night is returning to Georgetown on Saturday, September 12th!Stop by Gallery Article 15 for an evening of Congolese ...
09/04/2026

All Night is returning to Georgetown on Saturday, September 12th!

Stop by Gallery Article 15 for an evening of Congolese art and music from 5:30 - 10:30 pm.

Experience the rich rhythms and spirit of Congolese music with live music by Nkumu Katalay and band. View Congo nde Mboka (Congo is the Homeland) and meet Artist JP Kiangu! This solo exhibition by Congolese artist JP Kiangu showcases the DR Congo’s 🇨🇩 rich history and cultural traditions through a series of paintings imbued with color, nostalgia and humor.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE
5:30 -10:30. Open House with artist JP Kiangu.
5:30 to 9pm (two sets): Live music by Nkumu Katalay and band.

We are excited to share a first view of some of the works in our upcoming exhibition, Congo nde Mboka (Congo is the Home...
09/04/2026

We are excited to share a first view of some of the works in our upcoming exhibition, Congo nde Mboka (Congo is the Homeland), a solo exhibition by Congolese artist JP Kiangu.

The exhibition showcases the DR Congo’s rich history and cultural traditions through a series of paintings imbued with color, nostalgia and humor. Kiangu’s current style of painting is known as « KIZOBAZOBA,“ which translates from the artist’s native Lingala to “the art of fooling around.” These works often include scraps of recycled traditional fabrics as well as glitter, adding additional color and texture.

Opening September 10; Meet the artist on September 12!

More details coming soon!

New to the gallery! We are excited to offer limited edition, signed works by Congolese 🇨🇩 artist . Both works were featu...
08/19/2026

New to the gallery!

We are excited to offer limited edition, signed works by Congolese 🇨🇩 artist . Both works were featured during Doudou’s solo exhibition at Gallery Article 15 earlier this year. Each series is limited to 10 and is produced on Archival Pigment Print on Hahnemuhle Museum Etching Paper.

These prints capture the energy, movement and social realities of Doudou’s hometown of Kinshasa.

Print #1: La Patience Art Print
18 x 18 inches

Print #2: À Chacun Son Tour Art Print
20 x 20 inches.

Prints and orignal works are available at the gallery and online (see links in bio).

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1624 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington D.C., DC
20007

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Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Thursday 1pm - 5pm
Friday 1pm - 7pm
Saturday 11am - 7pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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