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The Jesus of Lubeck (detail) by Kimathi Donkor

 
The Jesus of Lubeck (detail)
2008, mixed media, 120 x 150cm
 
'The Jesus of Lubeck' exposes the reverse side of a mass-produced canvas and merges three traditions of the 'Atlantic triangle': Nkisi Nkondi from Bakongo in Africa; Portrait painting from Europe; and Santería from Cuba.
 
© 2008 Kimathi Donkor