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Ayanda Mabulu

South African 1981- 


Ayanda Mabula is a self-taught artist born in 1981 in the Eastern Cape. He is known for his bold and often controversial figurative paintings that comment on racial and social injustices in the country. His satirical works frequently feature depictions of humans and animals, especially political figures, such as former South African president Jacob Zuma, in various stages of undress and compromising positions.

Mabula’s recent shows include a solo exhibition at Everard Read, Johannesburg in 2023 and a group exhibition at Kalashnikovv Gallery, Johannesburg the same year. In 2018, the artist held his first show in the USA at the DuSable Museum in Chicago, IL, entitled TROUBLEMAKER: Art is Our Only Hope.


15 lots offered      73.33% sold      ZAR 606 081
 

  Including Premium and VAT Results include Buyer's Premium and VAT
Ayanda Mabulu; Economic Execution
19 Nov 2018
Sold for ZAR 7 622
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Ayanda Mabulu; Marikana Widows
17 Feb 2018
Sold for ZAR 45 472
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Ayanda Mabulu; Black Poetry
17 Feb 2018
Sold for ZAR 45 472
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT

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