Presented at Claude-Henri-Grignon Library, Longueuil, Québec
August 5 – September 24, 2026

An exhibition by Achilles Kouamé, presented in collaboration with Mawu Art Gallery.

About the Exhibition

Every society rests upon the quiet dedication of people whose work often goes unnoticed.

Ceux qui tiennent le monde (Those Who Keep the World Running) is a tribute to those individuals whose daily efforts sustain our communities: construction workers, cleaners, market vendors, caregivers, mechanics, and countless others whose labour shapes the rhythm of everyday life.

Through a series of expressive oil paintings, Achilles Kouamé invites us to slow down and recognize the dignity, resilience, and humanity found within ordinary moments. Rather than celebrating extraordinary events, these works honour the people whose commitment quietly keeps the world moving.

This exhibition is an invitation to look again—and to see those who have always been there.

Claude-Henri-Grignon Library
Longueuil, Québec

August 5 – September 24, 2026

Presented in collaboration with Mawu Art Gallery

About the Artist

Achilles Kouamé is an Ivorian contemporary painter whose work explores the beauty and dignity of everyday life. Working primarily in oil, he captures ordinary moments with remarkable sensitivity, revealing the humanity that often exists beyond the obvious.

His paintings celebrate workers, families, neighbours, and communities, offering a deeply human perspective on resilience, labour, and belonging. Through expressive brushwork and carefully observed scenes, he transforms familiar experiences into timeless reflections on the people who quietly shape our societies.

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THE EXHIBITION

The following works were presented as part of Ceux qui tiennent le monde.

 

(Each artwork page includes detailed information, dimensions, availability, and a direct way to begin the acquisition process.)

About Mawu Art Gallery

Mawu Art Gallery is an online contemporary African art gallery based in Montréal, Québec. Through exhibitions, publications, and cultural initiatives, it connects collectors and art lovers with exceptional contemporary African artists whose work reflects both cultural specificity and universal human experience.

Each artwork is shipped directly from the artist’s studio, fostering a meaningful connection between creators and collectors while supporting sustainable artistic practice.