Right hand
Edition Size 1000
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Mandela: the man with Africa in the palm of his hand.
In an astonishing gift of nature, Nelson Mandela holds Africa in the palm of his hand.
Lori Reid, a hand analyst said...'The centre of the hand concerns our worldly affairs. It is very interesting in a symbolic way. It is almost as if the continent is imprinted in his soul.'
Left Hand Colour
Edition Size 500
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This lithograph depict the hands of children that have been affected bt AIDS in a community township in Cape Town, South Africa.
The hands circle the left hand of Nelson Mandela.
Left Hand B&W
Edition Size 500
500mmx660mm
This lithograph depict the hands of children that have been affected bt AIDS in a community township in Cape Town, South Africa.
The hands circle the left hand of Nelson Mandela.
The Cell
Edition Size 500
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This sketch depicts the view into Nelson Mandela's prison cell through the open cell door.
The few possessions that prisoner were allowed have been emphasised in colour and they are symbolic of a link with a reality outside of the harsh prison regime.
These meagre possessions typically include letters and photos of family and friends-pieces of paper that acquired tremendous emotional value to prisoners.
The Harbour
Edition Size 500
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The harbour was where new prisoners would first step foot on the island. Nelson Mandela decided to highlight the ocean and landing stage in colour,
two elements that clearly have significant symbolism in his interpretation. The landing stage would be their first contact with the prison island and the sea their last contact with freedom.
The Lighthouse
Edition Size 500
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To Nelson Mandela the lighthouse on Robben Island resembled a contradiction as both a beacon of hope and a beacon of oppression,
he uses the expanse of the sky behind the lighthouse to emphasise the solitary nature of this structure silhouetted simply and quietly.
The Tower
Edition Size 350
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'At the time of my imprisonment, Robben Island was without question the harshest, most iron-fisted
prison in the South Africa penal system. In this sketch I have attempted to piece together the two elements that overshadowed our lives for years:
the tower and the ever-restraining barbed wire. The image shows the harsh reality that reminds me of our sacifice and endurance, the
use of more cheerful colours in the sketch is my way of presenting how we feel today.'
Mandela's Walk
Edition Size 350
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'The tower reminded us of where we were and where we had expected to stay for the rest of our lives.
How little we guessed at the great change that would sweep our country in our lifetime...that in my lifetime I would exchange these prison walls for freedom, not just my freedom but the freedom which has become a symbol for all.'
The Courtyard
Edition Size 350
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'The courtyard was an unfriendly, empty barren place, it was a somber reminder of where I was. I swore to myself that I would never take another human being and their friendship or their
love for granted ever again'
The Tennis Court
Edition Size 350
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'Being able to exercise one's mind and body through play was immensely freeing.
Playing tennis and attending to my gardening became my two favourite hobbies. It was a strange sensation enjoying such civilised hobbies in an uncivilised place.
The Ward Court
Edition Size 350
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'On Robben Island political and general prisoners were kept well apart. The only place we could talk and share information
with other inmates was in the prison hospital-and thereby became more than just an infirmary. The hospital that I have sketched here served s a secret and vital link, between us and the rest of the world.
Through the hospital, news about our families, our friends, the struggle and everyday events outside the prison would trickle through.'
Struggle Motivation
Struggle Motivation
Struggle
Imprisonment
Freedom
Unity
Future
Nelson Mandela
Mandela 'London 1990'
Taken in April 1990 by Australian photographer, Greg Bartley. Produced as a Limited Edition of only 27, representing one photo for every year Nelson Mandela
was in prison.