DR. ESTHER MAHLANGU “Timeless�
Celebrating a Life of Art & Commitment to Ndebele Culture that Defies Chronology
Curated by Beathur Mgoza Baker www.themelrosegallery.com
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frica’s diverse cultural heritage and dignity is uniquely celebrated by the work and life-long commitment of artist and global Ndebele cultural icon, Dr Esther Mahlangu. In South Africa we embrace her as a national treasure, a wise elder and passionate, committed ambassador for contemporary art and culture from the continent.
The artist has been painting for over half a century and has captivated the interest and imagination of the world with her talent for reimagining isiNdebele cultural expression, and her beautiful understanding of how art is central to not only our cultural identity but also our humanity. Not only does she still paint and travel, she also teaches at and runs the art school she founded for young people in her region.
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