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Bernard Matemera
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WA-00134582
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- Birth yearArtsy· 85%
- LocationArtsy· 85%
- NationalityArtsy· 85%
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- Artsy (bulk)Tier 1 · Institutional85%
About
Why this artist matters now
Bernard Matemera was a Zimbabwean sculptor. The sculptural movement of which he was part is usually referred to as "Shona sculpture", although some of its recognised members are not ethnically Shona. His whole professional career was spent at the Tengenenge Sculpture Community, 150 km north of Harare near Guruve.
Source: Artsy · Trust score: 85% · Updated 1mo ago
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