INTLOMBE
David Kordansky Gallery, 5130 W. Edgewood Pl. Los Angeles, CA 90019.
Overview for AR/VR Exhibition
"INTLOMBE", is a solo exhibition by Simphiwe Mbunyuza, featuring new ceramic sculptures that honor the rituals and landscapes of the Xhosa people from the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. Drawing inspiration from traditional ceremonies and regional iconography, Mbunyuza's richly decorated sculptures and vessels utilize color, texture, and form to create a profound connection between cultural heritage and contemporary artistry.
Exhibition Description
"Drawing from traditional ceremonies, physical typographies, and legacies of the Xhosa people from the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa, Mbunyuza creates large-scale figural sculptures and objects that document and honor the rituals and land associated with his native people. The title of the exhibition recalls an Intlombe gathering in which divine healers come together in a home for a variety of causes, from social to spiritual. These gatherings often incorporate dancing, singing, and playing drums as a way of invoking the Xhosa ancestors. As a grouping, the works on view connect the artist back to his home through the use of referential forms, color, material, and installation." Excerpt from Press Release.
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