"Storyteller" by Ishmael Kapeta, Circa 1985-1997
- Biographical / historical:
Ishmael Kapeta's uncle, Sylvester Mabayi, is considered one of the finest Zimbabwean artists and Kapeta moved to Harare to work as his apprentice. In 1991 his brother, Biggy Kapeta (1956-1999), started developing the Chipiri Arts and Culture Center in Glendale, Zimbawe as a stimulus for local and international artists and as a visitor center where people could learn about sculpting. He was a teacher of Peter Chidzonga. Ishmael Kapeta died in 1997.
- Subjects:
- Sculptures
Art
Access and use
- Parent restrictions:
- The Ross Parker Collection is open for research.
- Location of this collection:
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African American Research Library and Cultural Center, Broward County Library2650 Sistrunk BoulevardFort LauderdaleFL33311USA
