Shop "iNgqikithi yokuPhica / Weaving Meanings: Telephone Wire Art from South Africa"

The spectacular art of telephone wire weaving is the subject of iNgqikithi yokuPhica / Weaving Meanings: Telephone Wire Art from South Africa at the Museum of International Folk Art. Foregrounding artists’ voices, Weaving Meanings shares histories of the wire medium in South Africa, from the 16th century uses as currency to the dazzling artworks wire weavers create today. From beer pot lids (izimbenge) to platters and plates, from vessels to sculptural assemblages, works in the exhibition speak to the continued development and significance of this artistic tradition, both locally in KwaZulu-Natal and to global markets and audiences. The exhibition opens to the public this Sunday, November 17th with free admission all day and as well as several opening events taking place throughout the day. Learn more about the panel discussion and book signing here and the additional opening events here.

In collaboration with the newest exhibition, the Lynn Godfrey Brown Shop at the Museum of International Folk Art is filled with beautiful new baskets, jewelry, books, and more to bring home a piece of South Africa. Shop our curated collection online and find the full collection in-store.

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