Roger Botembe Mimbayi (Democratic Republic Of Congo 1959-2019) Abstract Bull
Provenance : [Propriété non datée]
- Private collection, Johannesburg
- Symphonie des Arts, Kinshasa, Congo
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Notes : COLLECTOR'S NOTE Born in Kinshasa, Congo, Roger Botembe Mimbayi, delved into numerous mediums including sculpture, painting, mural painting, and ceramics. He is, however, known most widely for his bold and unique style of painting that incorporated explorations of masks and symbols from various countries in Africa. Botembe (re)discovered these masks and symbols within his own country, as well as during his travels, where many were held in museums and antique shops in European cities such as Paris and Belgium. The African mask would play a major part, both visually and philosophically, in his artistic practice. Botembe was given numerous accolades for his work including the Trophy of Excellence of the Mudele Foundation (1994); Merit Awards ‘Congo 2000’ (1994); Universal Peace Builder, UNESCO Centre for Central Africa (2001) and the Merit Medal: Art and Science (2004). After he graduated from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Brussels (1982–88), he returned to teach at the Academy of Fine Arts Kinshasa in the Congo. In 1992 the artist became the founder of Les Ateliers Botembe, an art school dedicated to the promotion and rejuvenation of art within the Congo. Botembe was awarded with a Gold Medal from the Belgian Government for his outstanding work in the arts and presented with the Award of Excellence from the City of Brussels in 1986.
Condition_report : The overall condition is good.
