Born in Johannesburg to two prominent lawyers active in anti-apartheid efforts, Kentridge’s proximity to the dissolution of apartheid gave him a unique social sensitivity. His upbringing would shape the socio-political lens that informed his work as an artist.
Kentridge is somewhat of a polymath. Having pursued formal education across politics, fine art, miming, and theater, it comes as no surprise that his work cannot be contained to the bounds of a single medium.
Click here to learn more about Kentridge’s artist process from inside his Johannesburg studio.
"Levitation" is a fantastic example of Kentridge's printmaking.
In this work, a woman is propelled into the air by the powerful vibrations from a pair of loudspeakers below. Although airborne, the woman appears to hover in place, her eyes closed in a serene surrender as she gracefully endures the upward force.
The woman's lightweight appearance accentuates the force of the loudspeakers, baring the question of whether she is an active participant in this moment of levitation or simply at the mercy of her environment.
It is worth mentioning that this print rarely circulates outside of South Africa.
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“Levitation”
Hardground etching, mezzotint, and aquatint on paper
Signed and numbered by the artist
From an edition of 50
19”H 12”W (work)
30"H 22.5"W (framed)
Very good condition
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