Impressions from South Africa: Printed Art/1960 to Now

Dal martedì 29 settembre 2009
al domenica 28 febbraio 2010

September 29, 2009 - February 28, 2010

The Paul J. Sachs Prints and Illustrated Books Galleries, second floor

This exhibition introduces the dynamic position that printmaking has played in the artistic and political fabric of South Africa, from the 1960s to today—a period that includes Apartheid and post-Apartheid issues. Comprising recent acquisitions to the Museum's collection, this installation will include over seventy works, showcasing some twenty South African artists never before exhibited here, along with key examples by William Kentridge, one of South Africa's most celebrated artists. This exhibition will be accompanied by a catalogue.

Organized by Judith B. Hecker, Assistant Curator, Department of Prints and Illustrated Books, The Museum of Modern Art.

Sandile Goje. Meeting of Two Cultures. 1993. Linoleum cut. Sheet: 20 x 24" (50.8 x 61 cm). Publisher and printer: the artist at Dakawa Art and Craft Community Centre, Grahamstown, South Africa. Edition: 100. The Museum of Modern Art, New York. The Ralph E. Shikes Fund. © 2007 Sandile Goje