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Andrew Ntshabele
South African , b. 1986

Andrew Ntshabele South African , b. 1986

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Andrew Ntshabele, Tales Woven Together VIII, 2024
Andrew Ntshabele, Tales Woven Together VIII, 2024

Andrew Ntshabele South African , b. 1986

Tales Woven Together VIII, 2024
Oil and enamel on mixed documents
201 x 301 x 4 cm

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  • (View a larger image of thumbnail 1 ) Andrew Ntshabele, Some Other Time , 2025
  • (View a larger image of thumbnail 2 ) Andrew Ntshabele, Some Other Time , 2025
The artwork features a torn image of Zulu warriors in a train formation, blending historical tribute with childhood imagination. This symbolic arrangement reflects both a playful reimagining and a nod...
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The artwork features a torn image of Zulu warriors in a train formation, blending historical tribute with childhood imagination. This symbolic arrangement reflects both a playful reimagining and a nod to history. In South African culture, the train represents a journey and transformation, with each passenger embarking on a unique story.


The essence of the childhood game "train" mirrors this concept: players sit in a circle, and one person initiates the train. As the group sings a song, one by one, each person stands up to join the train until everyone is aboard. This game serves as a metaphor for the journeys taken by soldiers and warriors in the past, who fought for the country. Today, newer generations can enjoy the game without the weight of it being a preparation for war, allowing the tradition to continue in a lighter, more joyful context.


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