Created By
Fumani Maluleke
Acrylic on reed mat (Framed and mounted)
Curator
Artbridger Curator
"Tolo anga ha vuyi (My Peace Has Not Arrived)" by Fumani Maluleke is a poignant tapestry of heritage and memory woven into the fabric of everyday life. Through the rich textures of the grass mat and the ethereal dance of acrylics, Maluleke captures the essence of a people rooted in tradition yet reaching for a future unknown. The telegraph poles reaching towards the sky symbolize both communication and disconnect, echoing the complexities of history and the longing for connection. This artwork serves as a powerful reminder of the enduring ties that bind us to our past, our land, and each other.
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
