Alexander “Skunder” Boghossian (Ethiopian, 1937–2003), Untitled, 1966, oil on canvas; Chrysler Museum of Art, Museum purchase 2020.32.
Alexander “Skunder” Boghossian (Ethiopian, 1937–2003), Untitled, 1966, oil on canvas; Chrysler Museum of Art, Museum purchase 2020.32.

The Toledo Museum of Art will chronicle Jacob Lawrence’s extended stay in Nigeria and present vibrant works by international artists in “Black Orpheus: Jacob Lawrence and the Mbari Club,” on display June 3 to September 3.

The exhibition features more than 125 objects, including paintings, sculptures, reliefs and works on paper.

Lawrence’s Nigeria series (1964-65) anchors the exhibition and appears a…