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Reflecting Forward
An exhibition exploring themes of redemption and renewal, 8 April - 7 June 2023

Reflecting Forward: An exhibition exploring themes of redemption and renewal

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Morgan Mahape, Umsebenzi Wothando (Labour of love), 2023

Morgan Mahape South African , b. 1982

Umsebenzi Wothando (Labour of love), 2023
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120 x 92 cm
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The artwork portrays an African child who carries a round object, that appears to resemble the sky. The child looks numb from the pain of working for a long time....
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The artwork portrays an African child who carries a round object, that appears to resemble the sky. The child looks numb from the pain of working for a long time. The narrative speaks of the exploitation of children whom are working in mines. These child- workers in a mine are tasked with digging up rare and precious minerals that are used in the construction (the city sky scrapers). The child’s face shows the exhaustion and weariness that comes from long hours of labor and the burden of carrying such a heavy load. However, determination and resilience shine through, as the child continues to work tirelessly to assist in providing for their family and community.
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This artwork has not been owned before.

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2023, Artyli Gallery, Reflecting Forward, Johannesburg, South Africa
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