White Cube: Nzulu yemfihlakalo - Cinga Samson
african art, exhibition
White Cube Mason's Yard takes great pride in introducing the inaugural solo exhibition of South African visionary artist, Cinga Samson. This momentous event graces the UK art scene with an assemblage of fresh oil paintings, each a testament to the artist's unique perspective. The exhibition's very title, 'Nzulu yemfihlakalo,' resonates with the enigma that emanates from the heart of African culture. Hailing from the eloquent isiXhosa language, it gracefully translates to 'the profound realm of mystery.' This linguistic gem not only encapsulates devotion but also encapsulates the essence of the divine.
Enveloped in obscurity, Samson's expansive dreamscapes and portraiture create a profound visual narrative. Human figures intermingle with memento mori and enigmatic relics, forming evocative tableaux. Certain depictions portray lifeless silhouettes swathed in translucent veils, bestowing upon the scenes an aura of sanctity. As if engaged in a ceremonial odyssey, the vacant, alabaster eyes of the subjects appear to defy the spectator's gaze, fostering an aura of introspection.
Samson's artistry, endowed with a hyperrealistic quality and an almost hallucinogenic allure, transmutes the intangible into tangible forms. These artworks beckon viewers to traverse the boundaries of the unknown, to encounter the immeasurable expanses that lie beyond. Step into a realm where art transcends the visual, where the African spirit converges with artistic finesse. Experience the mesmerizing oeuvre of Cinga Samson Nzulu – an odyssey into the mystique of creativity itself.
We hope you enjoyed Cinga Samson’s current exhibition.
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