Created By
Fumani Maluleke
Acrylic on reed mat (Framed and mounted)
Curator
Luke Chapman
"Tolo anga ha vuyi" offers a visceral experience. It's not just seen; it's felt. This piece plunges us into the heart of what it means to remember, to belong. The grass mat isn't just a canvas; it's a statement of heritage and the unwavering spirit of a people. Maluleke doesn't just depict a landscape; he excavates a history. It's a raw, honest exploration of identity, tradition, and the unbreakable links that bind us to the soil. His art creates connections, fostering dialogue between the past and the present, and inviting us to reflect on our collective journey.
Tolo anga ha vuyi is a deeply personal and symbolic piece by Fumani Maluleke. The grass mat, a common object in many South African households, serves as a canvas for exploring themes of identity, tradition, and the passage of time. Acrylics dance across this earthy surface, evoking the echoes of generations past. Telegraph poles stretch towards a sky heavy with unspoken stories, their wires humming with longing carried on the windswept plains. The horizon blurs, reminding us that the past is never truly still, always seeping into the present.
Created By
Fumani Maluleke
110 x 110 cm | 43 x 43 in
2025
