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P118B S$10
P118H S$10
P118W S$10
P438Z S$10
P508JH S$12
P508YH S$12
P805H S$10
P805Z S$10
P919BZ S$10
P919G S$10
P919XJ S$10
P959ZH S$10
P968JZ S$12
W106C S$8
W218G S$10
W218JH S$8
W218Y S$10
W307PJ S$10
W316G S$10
W316PJ S$8
W316Y S$10
W398PJ S$8
W4111J S$10
W500HY S$15
W500JH S$15
W692G S$12
W849H S$8
W940BG S$15
W953PJ S$8
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Untitled
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Total Price
S$ 80
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Artist Biography
Early Life and Influences
- Born: June 6, 1936, in Matola, Mozambique
- Family Background: His mother worked on the farm, while his father was a miner in South Africa.
- Education: Attended mission schools and later took night classes in Lourenço Marques (Maputo).
- Early Artistic Development: Encouraged by Augusto Cabral and Pancho Guedes who provided materials and support.
- Significant Early Experience: Worked as a ball boy at a tennis club, which allowed him to continue his education and pursue art.
Artistic Style and Themes
- Unique Blend: Combined traditional Mozambican themes with modern techniques.
- Recurring Motifs: Often featured figures, animals, supernatural creatures, and symbolic representations of daily life in Mozambique.
- Color Palette: Employed both bright and dark colors to create dramatic and evocative imagery.
- Allegorical Approach: Used allegory to depict social and political themes, particularly during the struggle for independence and the subsequent civil war.
- Cultural Influences: Drew inspiration from Ronga culture, Christianity, and local craft traditions.
Political Involvement and Artistic Development
- FRELIMO Membership: Joined the nationalistic FRELIMO guerrilla movement in 1964.
- Imprisonment: Detained by the Portuguese secret police (PIDE) in 1964 and imprisoned for eighteen months.
- Gulbenkian Foundation Grant: Received a grant in 1971 to study printmaking and ceramics in Portugal, which broadened his artistic skills.
- Post-Independence Period: Became more politically active after Mozambique's independence in 1975.
- Impact of Civil War: His art reflected the socio-political conditions of Mozambique, including the violence and hardship of the civil war (1977–92).
Major Achievements and Recognition
- International Exhibitions: Showcased his work in numerous countries, including South Africa, Nigeria, France, England, Pakistan, and India.
- UNESCO Artist for Peace: Named a UNESCO Artist for Peace in 1997.
- Prince Claus Award: Received the Prince Claus Award, recognizing his contributions to culture and development.
- Nachingwea Medal: Awarded the Nachingwea Medal for his contribution to Mozambican culture.
- Cultural Institutions: Founded several cultural institutions in Mozambique.
Legacy and Historical Significance
- Pioneer of Modern African Art: Recognized as a key figure in the emergence of modern African art.
- Social Commentary: His work provided powerful social commentary on colonialism, liberation struggles, and the challenges facing post-independence Mozambique.
- Cultural Bridge: Bridged traditional Mozambican culture with contemporary artistic expression.
- Influence on Subsequent Artists: Inspired generations of Mozambican artists and contributed to the development of a distinct national art identity.
- Exhibitions & Collections: His works are featured in collections at institutions like The Art Institute of Chicago, National Museum of Contemporary Art - Museu do Chiado (Lisbon), and Museum of Modern Art Aloisio Magalhães (Recife).
malangatana valente ngwenya
1936 - 2011 , Mozambique
Quick Facts
- Artistic Movement Or Style: Modern African art
- Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
- Augusto Cabral
- Pancho Guedes
- Ze Julio
- Date Of Birth: June 6, 1936
- Date Of Death: January 5, 2011
- Full Name: Malangatana Valente Ngwenya
- Nationality: Mozambican
- Notable Artworks:
- The Blue Vase
- Three Musicians
- Sad Presentiment
- Place Of Birth: Matola, Mozambique
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