Kwenga 1

2024 | Oil On Canvas, Stretched on Wood Frame

The artwork vividly captures the traditional Rwandan practice of making juice, known as UMUTOBE. It focuses on a rustic wooden barrel, called UMUVURE, filled with ripe bananas. Skilled hands of an artisan press the fruit using traditional grasses, referred to as INSHINGE, symbolizing the natural tools of this age-old craft. This piece celebrates not only the method of juice preparation but also the artistry inherent in local traditions.

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