Ongata Line Sacco
Arafat
$50.00
Arafat — an Ongata Line Sacco matatu that shared its name with the late Palestinian leader — represents matatu culture's fascination with political iconography from around the world. Dennis Muraguri's 2017 woodcut captures the distinctive keffiyeh-patterned details and bold portrait that made this matatu a recognisable presence on Nairobi's roads. The choice of Arafat as a matatu name reflects the global consciousness of Nairobi's youth, who follow world events and translate them into local visual culture. It is also a reminder that matatus serve as informal history books, preserving references that might otherwise fade from public memory. This reproduction c-type print belongs to Muraguri's earlier body of work and represents a key moment in his documentation of Nairobi's streets. It is ideal for collectors interested in political art, Middle Eastern iconography, or the full arc of Muraguri's artistic development.
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Arafat — an Ongata Line Sacco matatu that shared its name with the late Palestinian leader — represents matatu culture's fascination with political iconography from around the world. Dennis Muraguri's 2017 woodcut captures the distinctive keffiyeh-patterned details and bold portrait that made this matatu a recognisable presence on Nairobi's roads. The choice of Arafat as a matatu name reflects the global consciousness of Nairobi's youth, who follow world events and translate them into local visual culture. It is also a reminder that matatus serve as informal history books, preserving references that might otherwise fade from public memory. This reproduction c-type print belongs to Muraguri's earlier body of work and represents a key moment in his documentation of Nairobi's streets. It is ideal for collectors interested in political art, Middle Eastern iconography, or the full arc of Muraguri's artistic development.
Product Details
- Size: A3 (42 × 29.7 cm)
- Material: Premium 200gsm matte art paper
- Shipping: Ships within 5 business days in protective tube
- Framing: Sold unframed — fits standard A3 frames
