Random Mats
Beba Beba
$50.00
Beba Beba — a Random Mats matatu whose name doubles down on the Swahili word 'beba' (to carry). The repetition is emphatic — this is a matatu that carries, and carries, and carries. Dennis Muraguri's woodcut captures the rhythmic lettering and the repeating motif that made this design a visual chant on Nairobi's streets. The Beba Beba name speaks to the fundamental purpose of matatus: they carry people, they carry goods, they carry culture. The doubled name is both a description of function and a celebration of it. This matatu belongs to a broader 'Beba' series of designs that explore variations on the theme. This reproduction print suits minimalists who appreciate conceptual clarity. It works well in a transport-themed collection or as a standalone piece that celebrates the dignity of labour and movement.
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Beba Beba — a Random Mats matatu whose name doubles down on the Swahili word 'beba' (to carry). The repetition is emphatic — this is a matatu that carries, and carries, and carries. Dennis Muraguri's woodcut captures the rhythmic lettering and the repeating motif that made this design a visual chant on Nairobi's streets. The Beba Beba name speaks to the fundamental purpose of matatus: they carry people, they carry goods, they carry culture. The doubled name is both a description of function and a celebration of it. This matatu belongs to a broader 'Beba' series of designs that explore variations on the theme. This reproduction print suits minimalists who appreciate conceptual clarity. It works well in a transport-themed collection or as a standalone piece that celebrates the dignity of labour and movement.
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
