Acoustic Banner

CCAC #: 0534n
Artwork title: Acoustic Banner
Artist(s): Andrew Verster
Nomathemba Memela
Patience Zondo
Year made: 2004
Artwork type: Textile
Medium: Woven carpet panels mounted to wood and metal supports with foam backing
Dimensions (mm): 7000 x 5700 x 900
Edition: Signed by each artist by name in the bottom right corner of each banner
Artwork series: Acoustic banners (courtroom)
Source: Commissioned by the artworks committee 2004
Installation type: Integrated artwork
Location area: On public display
Signage:

The inspiration for the banners came from a photograph taken on the site of shadows from leaves of a tree. They serve the function of acoustic absorption, but also add to the idea of "justice under a tree": a democratic, accessible forum for communities to resolve disputes.


CCAC 428602

Photographer: Staff
Photo copyright: CCT

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