Untitled
CCAC #: | 0386 |
Artwork title: | Untitled |
Artist(s): |
Motlagomang Maureen Mokhwae |
Year made: | 2005 |
Artwork type: | Textile |
Medium: | Thread on linen |
Dimensions (mm): | 2830 x 1470 |
Artwork series: |
Northern Cape San rock engravings: embroidery (judges' conference room) |
Source: | Commissioned by the court's architectural committee |
Year acquired: | 2005 |
Installation type: | Integrated artwork |
Current location: | On private display |
Exhibitions: | |
Signage: | Each panel is inspired by ancient geometric San rock engravings, of the oldest art forms found in South Africa, related to the San's deep connection to the land. Historically, San rock art was not recognised as an art form, but by incorporating art forms of the first peoples into the court building, all creative mediums are valued. |
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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.
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.