Access to Information

CCAC #: 0363
Artwork title: Access to Information
Artist(s): Diane Victor
Year made: 1996
Artwork type: Paper
Medium: Linocut print on paper
Framed dimensions (in mm): 395 x 300
Edition: 3/7
Artwork series: Images of Human Rights print portfolio
Source: A portfolio was given to Judge Albie Sachs when he opened the exhibition of the "Images of Human Rights " portfolio at the Durban Art Gallery on 10th December (International Human Rights Day) 1997.
Year acquired: 1997
Installation type: Movable artwork
Current location: In storage
Exhibitions:
Signage:

The overcoming of the repression of the past is symbolised by the dead snake and newspaper's sensational headline. The books on the floor signify that access to public and private records has been opened, as is enshrined in section 32 of South Africa’s Bill of Rights.


CCAC 428196

Photographer: Ben Law-Viljoen
Photo copyright: CCT

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