 Nelson
Mandela: quintessential peacemaker, global icon of racial
reconciliation, political prisoner, president, statesman... artist.
The Mark Galleries features the artworks by the world's most famous pensioner and Aids activist.
The artworks celebrate a time of struggle - exemplary of an icon who
can reach out to a nation to give hope, freedom and above all, a legacy
to be enjoyed by all.
 
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"Wakaba Mutheki" Africa's Van Gogh
 Durban - Dubbed "Africa's Van Gogh" for his vibrant landscapes and unfettered style, Anthony Wakaba Mutheki once hawked his works for as little as $1 apiece and flogged empty Coca-Cola cans to pay for paint.
But unlike the Dutch master, who died a relatively unknown pauper, the Kenyan-born artist has become one of Africa's hottest young talents, fetching up to $12 000 for his paintings and wowing collectors at home and abroad.
"You can see the hallmarks of a great artist in his work," said South African art critic Alex Sudheim.
"It's like Van Gogh - Van Gogh didn't go to art school, he just had this powerful urge to create through painting and that is what Anthony does, he just does it his own way."
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Opening at the U.N.
 Anthony Wakaba Mutheki and Elga Rabe are currently exhibiting at The United Nations in Geneva by invitation of The South African Ambassador to Switzerland Konji Sebati.
The launch and the artwork have received strong interest. The speech by The U.N. Director General is enclosed as a copy here.
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 Elga has developed an extremely strong following of loyal customers both within South Africa and abroad.
Her moody oil paintings show an innate understanding of Africa’s people and wildlife.
Her talent has resulted in her being one of only two artists to have been offered a profit share in the Tribal Expressions Gallery at Ushaka Island.
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Barbara Ploner's Ethnic studies
 Barbara Ploner's ethnic studies, capturing the Xhosa and Zulu tribes of South Africa. Barbara uses rich, bright acrylic colour's in her Ethnic studies capturing the Xhosa and Zulu tribes.
her ethnic Studies have seen much interest by international and local art collectors.
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 We are happy to discuss any potential exhibitions or joint ventures that can aid in getting international exposure for any of our artists.
Although many African artists are extremely talented, it is often impossible for them to get international exposure.
Should you be interested in hosting an exhibition, or recommending a venue or any party that could aid us in these efforts please contact us.
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