Cultural Association

CCAC #: 0618
Artwork title: Cultural Association
Artist(s): Andrew Verster
Year made: 1996
Artwork type: Paper
Medium: Linocut
Dimensions (mm): 300 x 295
Framed dimensions (in mm): 720 x 524 x 40
Edition: 44/50
Artwork series: Images of Human Rights print portfolio
Source: Donated to the CCT by the Artist for Human Rights Trust
Year acquired: 2021
Installation type: Movable artwork
Location area: On a travelling exhibition
Signage:

Section 31 of the Constitution defines the right of individuals to enjoy their culture, practise their religion, use their language and belong to any cultural, religious or linguistic association of their choice. Verster depicts this through an abstract exploration. The hand gestures suggest communication, writing, art-making, making an oath, and prayer.

Themes: Heritage Day
Human Rights Day
Bill of Rights
Constitutional links: Rights of cultural, religious and linguistic communities (section 31)

CCAC 431772

Photographer: Ben Law-Viljoen
Photo copyright: CCT

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