San Bushman Cave Paintings on Fabric South Africa MATTER COLLECTION
Width: 16.0
Description
San Bushman Batik painting of Cave painting on fabric, on hanging dowels.
Decorative textile featuring imagery inspired by the ancient rock art of the San (Bushman) people of Southern Africa. The fabric is painted with scenes reminiscent of traditional cave paintings, often depicting animals, hunters, and daily life.
Mounted on two wooden dowels for hanging, the piece is designed as a wall display. It reflects the enduring visual language of San rock art traditions and their influence on contemporary decorative works.
Batik paintings are captivating expressions of artistic ingenuity, embodying the rich cultural tapestry of East Africa. Crafted on 100% medium to heavy African cotton canvas, these unique tapestries showcase the meticulous artistry of African artists.
Provenance: Matter Collection
From the collection of Margie and Phil Matter. Margie lived in South Africa, and later she and her husband Phil opened a gallery in Tucson. Everything in this collection was in their home for more than thirty years. Africa Direct recently bought the collection; at 95, Margie wants to share the things she has loved so much.
Height (In): 33.0
Width (In): 16.0
The wooden dowels are 18 inches long
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Approximate Age: 20th Century
People: South Africa
Country of Origin: Kenya
Other Dimensions: The wooden dowels are 18 inches long
Material
Condition
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.