Vilakazi Gateway Hands

Last Updated: September 27, 2023
Artist

Sinomzi Sishuba and Mlungisi Mzingi

A Brief History

None.

Description

A concrete sculpture of eight large-scale hands depicts ‘Vilakazi’ in sign language. The reading of the name of the neighbourhood reads from left to right when facing the artwork, looking towards Vilakazi Street.

Artwork Signage

None.

Location & Address

Corner of Vilakazi Street and Khumalo Streets, Orlando West.

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