Reformation

CCAC #: 0650
Artwork title: Reformation
Artist(s): Obakeng Masilo
Year made: 2023
Artwork type: Paper
Medium: Lithographic mixed media print preferably on stained Fabriano
Dimensions (mm): 380 x 520
Framed dimensions (in mm): 470 x 575 x 35
Edition: 2/5
Artwork collections: CCAC Student Competition 2023
Source: Selected winning entry of CCAC Student Competition in 2023
Year acquired: 2023
Installation type: Movable artwork
Location area: On public display
Signage:

The artist interrogates the criminal justice system and the need for reformation. The inside of the Women’s Jail (at Constitution Hill) is depicted with its pillars taking the form of trees, the roof gives way to the open sky above, while what seems to be a family stands in the centre, with faces abstracted as colourful balloons.


CCAC 681533

Caption: This work is similar in appearance to CCAC #0649 but it is a second addition of the same work— it is a distinct work.
Photographer: CCT Staff
Photo copyright: CCT

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