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An impressive and moving sculpture work by Jane Alexander
An impressive and moving sculpture work by Jane Alexander
An exhibition of sculpture by Jane Alexander, 1995 Standard Bank Young Artist Award winner, is on view at the Durban Art Gallery from February 18 to March 6.
Since her student days, Jane Alexander has explored processes of visual change and metamorphosis whether working as a sculptor or making photomontages, she produces two- and three-dimensional forms said to share the capacity to disrupt expectations of appearances as disquieting presences.
Her current works are particularly pertinent to South African society as it tries to initiate a dialogue between entrenched beliefs and the many voices of democratic debate. Her images are broadly located within a framework of socio-political commentary but they are neither authoritarian nor didactic.
She is described as aiming to jolt visual sensibilities and, having gained viewer attention, her forms require viewers to re-think their understanding of the human condition.