Where Hope May Lead
| CCAC #: | 0253 |
| Artwork title: | Where Hope May Lead |
| Artist(s): |
John Taous Tuyisambe |
| Year made: | 2007 |
| Artwork type: | Paper |
| Medium: | Lino print on paper; Linocut print |
| Framed dimensions (in mm): | 1230 x 940 x 46 |
| Source: | Purchased from the artist by the Artworks Committee |
| Year acquired: | 2007 |
| Installation type: | Movable artwork |
| Current location: | In storage |
| Signage: | The artwork portrays a rural landscape marked by dry grass and fading plant life, creating a quiet yet reflective atmosphere. Along the pathway, a solitary figure walks toward a tree that stands as the central symbol of the composition. Traditionally known as a place where justice was spoken, decisions were made, and communities gathered for conversation, the tree represents wisdom, unity, and hope speaking to the theme of Justice under the tree. The movement of the figure toward the tree becomes a metaphorical journey, suggesting that hope, guidance, and healing may still be found beneath its shelter. Through this scene, the artwork speaks about the enduring search for justice, belonging, and the possibility of a better future. |
| Themes: |
Justice under a tree Access to justice Belonging Cultural Heritage Identity and representation Ubuntu |
| Constitutional links: |
Courts and Administration of Justice (chapter 8) Freedom of expression (section 16) Freedom of religion, belief and opinion (section 15) Human dignity - constitutional value (section 1a, section 10) Rights of cultural, religious and linguistic communities (section 31) |
Photographer: Unrecorded
Photo copyright: Consult with CCT curatorial team
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.