{"id":1641,"date":"2024-01-16T18:59:19","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T15:29:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/footofan.com\/en\/?p=1641"},"modified":"2024-01-16T19:22:25","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T15:52:25","slug":"from-mud-walls-to-canvas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/footofan.com\/en\/culture\/art\/from-mud-walls-to-canvas\/","title":{"rendered":"From Mud Walls to Canvas"},"content":{"rendered":"

A vibrant celebration of artistic mastery and cultural pride, “Then I Knew I Was Good at Painting”: Esther Mahlangu. A Retrospective, embarks on a global journey, beginning in Cape Town.<\/strong> The Iziko Museums of South Africa and BMW<\/a> join forces to showcase over 50 years of Mahlangu’s transformative artistry, culminating in a comprehensive exhibition from February 18, 2024, to August 11, 2024.<\/p>\n

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Mahlangu’s meteoric rise from humble beginnings paints a compelling narrative.<\/strong> Starting with traditional Ndebele wall paintings, she transcended boundaries, becoming a globally acclaimed contemporary artist. The retrospective, curated by Nontobeko Ntombela, unveils more than 100 artworks, historical photographs, and a short film, offering an intimate look into her vibrant career.<\/p>\n

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A centerpiece of the exhibition is the return of Mahlangu’s iconic BMW 525i Art Car to South Africa after 30 years.<\/strong> This landmark collaboration in 1991, the first by an African and woman, exemplifies her ability to blend African heritage with modern design.<\/p>\n

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