Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban

CCAC #: 0186
Artwork title: Moses Mabhida Stadium, Durban
Artist(s): Brad Mears
Year made: 2010
Artwork type: Photography
Medium: Digital print on paper
Framed dimensions (in mm): 190 x 280
Source: Donated by the artist to the Constitutional Court
Year acquired: 2010
Installation type: Movable artwork
Current location: On private display
Signage:

Named after the former General Secretary of the South African Communist Party, Moses Mabhida, the stadium in Durban was used to host matches for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. The stadium’s Y-shaped arch was inspired by the South African flag; signifying the pride and unity of the nation, and speaking to sport's power to promote social cohesion.


CCAC 434862

Caption: InSitu
Photographer: Staff
Photo copyright: CCT

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