A Pan-African Retrospective Exploring Identity, Heritage, and Artistic Experimentation at Afriart Gallery
Henry ‘Mzili’ Mujunga, Salvator Mundi, 2024. Oil on Canvas. Courtesy of Afriart Gallery.
Afriart Gallery is thrilled to present a landmark exhibition celebrating Henry ‘Mzili’ Mujunga’s extensive body of work, which spans an impressive 25 years of artistic practice. This exhibition features never-before-seen new pieces alongside a retrospective look at his earlier explorations in printmaking, mixed media painting, and others.
Mzili’s artistic journey is characterized by a relentless curiosity to experiment with diverse materials, reflecting the rich tapestry of influences drawn from his travels across Africa and Europe. His connections forged along these journeys, coupled with pan-Africanist ideals, inform his identity as a self-proclaimed Indigenous Expressionist who remains deeply rooted in his Ugandan heritage.
This exhibition not only showcases Mzili’s inquisitive work throughout the years but also emphasises the importance of contextualising art within local narratives. Mzili’s work resonates with and challenges local histories, traditions, and contemporary issues, making them relevant not only as aesthetic objects but also as vital commentary on the world around us.
The exhibition will be on view from the 23rd of November, 2024, until the 1st of February, 2025. For more information, please visit Afriart Gallery.
