Paul Ahyi
Artist, sculptor, architect
Died when: 79 years 354 days (959 months)Star Sign: Capricorn
Paul Ahyi (January 15, 1930 – January 4, 2010) was a Togolese artist, sculptor, architect, painter, interior designer and author.Ahyi is credited with designing of the flag of Togo.
Ahyi was known for his massive outdoor artworks, reliefs and sculptures, including his contributions to the Independence Monument in Lomé, which commemorates the country's independence from France.
Other outdoor sculptures and statues by Ahyi can be found on buildings and in parks throughout Togo, as well as the Vatican, Senegal, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Nigeria and South Korea.
He also created his pieces using a wide array of mediums including jewelry, pottery, ceramics and tapestries.He was also an interior designer who created household objects and art pieces.
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