Untitled n° 7
Technique
Decommissioned welded arms
Dimensions
116 × 66 × 16 cm
In his sculpture, Gonçalo Mabunda gives anthropomorphic forms to AK47s, rocket launchers, pistols and other objects of destruction with a strong political connotation. The masks draw on a local history of traditional African art, Gonçalo Mabunda ’s work takes on a striking Modernist edge akin to imagery by Braque and Picasso.
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About the artist
Gonçalo Mabunda His sculptures are born from objects of destruction; weapons and arms from the past wars, now come back to life to bring a transformative message. While denouncing the absurdity of war, these sculptures convey a positive reflection on the transformative power of art and the resilience and creativity of African civilian societies. Mabunda highlights the tragedy of modern history while opening a new chapter of beauty and hope.
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Untitled n° 7
In his sculpture, Gonçalo Mabunda gives anthropomorphic forms to AK47s, rocket launchers, pistols and other objects of destruction with a strong political connotation. The masks draw on a local history of traditional African art, Gonçalo Mabunda ’s work takes on a striking Modernist edge akin to imagery by Braque and Picasso.
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