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Memory and Magic, explores the world view of immigrant !Xun and Khwe
speakers, descendants of ancestral hunter gatherers, who sought refuge
in South Africa from the brutal trauma of political violence
experienced during the Angolan/Namibian/SADF wars of liberation and
counter-liberation at the end of the 20th century.
The exhibition draws on works from the private collection of Hella
Rabbethge-Schiller of Rosenheim, Germany, all of which have been
produced by the artists from the !Xun and Khwe Cultural Project near
Kimberley. The works on paper and canvas span a decade of production
that has created an international profile for the eleven artists.
Stefaans Samcuia is the most recognized artist for his collaboration
with Brett Murray on the iconic mural at the Cape Town International
Convention Centre.
This is the most comprehensive collection of !Xun and Khwe contemporary
art in existence, and is traveling throughout South Africa. Through the
exhibition and publication, the artists have finally been given the
recognition they deserve.
The exhibition is a partnership between the Goethe Institute, Iziko
Museums, the collector and the artists, and is supported by Commerzbank
and CD International Shipping.
A beautifully illustrated catalogue in both soft and hard-cover is
available from The Gallery Shop.
Enquiries: Carol Kaufmann, Tel. (021) 467 4672 or
e-mail ckaufmann@iziko.org.za
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