Moshoeshoe
| CCAC #: | 0214 |
| Artwork title: | Moshoeshoe |
| Artist(s): |
Motobatsi Gerald Rakaibe |
| Year made: | 1996 |
| Artwork type: | Paper |
| Medium: | Pencil and pencil crayon on paper |
| Framed dimensions (in mm): | 495 x 630 |
| Source: | Donated by Albie Sachs, purchased on Heritage Day, Fort Hare University, Alice, Eastern Cape, 1997 |
| Year acquired: | 1997 |
| Installation type: | Movable artwork |
| Current location: | On private display |
| Signage: | Motobatsi’s work Moshoeshoe honours the king of the Basotho nation known for his leadership skills. During eras of conflicts and colonialism Moshoeshoe ensured people his loyalty, wisdom and to negotiate for peace. He is celebrated for negotiating peace, protecting his people against oppressors and this piece reflects the post apartheid era as it symbolises leadership that valued human dignity. |
| Themes: |
Cultural Heritage Democratic South Africa Ubuntu Belonging |
| Constitutional links: |
Freedom and security of the person (section 12) Freedom of expression (section 16) Human dignity - constitutional value (section 1a, section 10) Language and culture rights (section 30) Rights of cultural, religious and linguistic communities (section 31) Equality - constitutional value (section 1a, section 9) |
Photographer: Staff
Photo copyright: CCT
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NOTE: The process of photographing artworks in the CCAC is underway - we are currently working to improve image quality and display on the CMS but have included internal reference photos for identification purposes in the interim.