Herman van Nazareth (1936): Untitled, oil on board, (1982)

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Work: 120 x 90 cm

Frame: 131 x 100,5 cm

 

Herman van Nazareth – pseudonym of Herman van Aerde – (°Evergem, 1936) occupies a unique position in the South African art scene. Due to his discourse, which is a protest against dehumanisation, he can be considered a precursor of humanitarian commitment in art (link).

 

Ref.:

- The work with photo included in the artist's catalogue raisonné: Herman van Nazareth. Schilder/Painter, Stichting Kunstboek, p. 137 (No title, 120 x 90 cm, enamel on board, 1982).