Gonçalo Mabunda
Mozambique | Sculpture
Sculptures made from decommissioned weapons, commenting on war and peace in Mozambique.
Exhibitions
Gonçalo Mabunda: The Weapons’ Throne
2018 - Jack Bell Gallery, London, UK
A solo exhibition featuring Mabunda’s sculptures made from decommissioned weapons, including thrones and masks, symbolizing the transformation of instruments of violence into objects of reflection and peace.
Africa Remix: Contemporary Art of a Continent
2005 - Centre Pompidou, Paris, France
Group exhibition that included Mabunda’s work, showcasing the diversity of contemporary African art, with a focus on his sculptures that address the themes of war, peace, and transformation in Mozambique.
The Armory Show
2019 - New York, USA
International art fair where Mabunda’s work was featured prominently, drawing attention to his unique practice of creating art from remnants of civil war, transforming symbols of conflict into powerful artistic statements.
L'art est un sport de combat
2015 - Fondation Blachère, Apt, France
A group exhibition where Mabunda's sculptures were displayed, exploring the intersection of art, conflict, and social commentary, with his works serving as a poignant reminder of the impact of war in Africa.
Gonçalo Mabunda: Art from Arms
2003 - Museu Nacional de Arte, Maputo, Mozambique
A solo exhibition in his home country that focused on his sculptures created from weapons used during the Mozambican Civil War, highlighting his commitment to promoting peace and reconciliation through art.
Biennale di Venezia
2015 - Venice, Italy
Mabunda represented Mozambique at the Venice Biennale, where his work addressed the global issues of violence and peace, using decommissioned weapons to create art that speaks to the resilience and creativity of the human spirit.