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Far from being an artist seeking his roots, Gedewon (born 1939, Bagemdir, Ethiopia, died 1995, Därtähal, Ethiopia) was one of the finest practitioners of poetry and rhetoric in the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. Along with his religious studies, he was secretly initiated into talismanic art, a discipline used for prayer and healing. Reaching back as far as the origins of Christianity in Ethiopia (i.e., to the fourth century), talismanic art draws on the same Hellenic sources as Arab alchemy and the Hebrew Kabala. But while the art remained embryonic in the Mediterranean world, it flourished in Ethiopia as a means to cure patients whose ills were understood in terms of spiritual possession. For Gedewon, talismans were a writing from before writing; they were at once equally figure and text.Gedewon called his works “talismans of research and study.” The purpose of his art was to heal body and soul through ancient patterns, imagery, and invocation. While employing established models, Gedewon also considered it necessary to question the patient in order to incorporate specific experiences and visions into the talisman. In turn, he would create new images for new problems. His works, executed in pencil, ballpoint pen, or ink on paper, are primarily graphic and within their geometric framework, highly representational. In these “talismans of research and study,” Gedewon is both the healer—and because of his empathy—the patient, artist and hallucinator in another’s stead.

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early life and training

gedewon makonnen, known simply as gedewon, was an ethiopian artist born in 1939 in begemder, ethiopia. his early life was marked by training as a cleric in the ethiopian orthodox church, where he learned to draw talismans. this foundational training would later influence his unique artistic style.

artistic style and notable works

gedewon's works are characterized by labyrinthine drawings, which have garnered significant attention from western collectors. his art is a fascinating blend of traditional ethiopian elements and modern expression. some of his notable drawings are now part of the contemporary african art collection (caac), a testament to his growing international recognition.

key artworks and their significance

gedewon's labyrinthine drawings: these intricate, maze-like drawings not only showcase gedewon's technical skill but also offer a glimpse into the mystical and symbolic world he inhabited.
untitled (talismans): this piece, though untitled, speaks volumes about gedewon's early training in drawing talismans. it blends the sacred with the aesthetic, creating a unique visual experience.

legacy and influence

gedewon makonnen passed away in 1995, but his art continues to intrigue audiences worldwide. his influence can be seen in the way he bridged traditional ethiopian artistic practices with modern techniques, paving the way for future generations of ethiopian artists. important links: - view gedewon makonnen's artworks on ArtsDot - learn more about the ethiopian orthodox church on wikipedia

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gedewon makonnen

1939 - 1995 , Ethiopia

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Artistic Movement Or Style:
- Performance art
- Neo-Dada
- Fluxus
- Happenings
Artists Or Movements Influenced By This Artist: ['Beat Generation']
Artists Who Influenced This Artist: ['Gertler Mark']
Date Of Birth: October 12, 1939
Date Of Death: March 6, 2019
Full Name: Carolee Schneemann
Nationality: American
Notable Artworks:
- Cézanne, She Was a Great Painter
- More than Meat Joy
Place Of Birth: Fox Chase, Pennsylvania

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