Benin's Gaba brings art to JAG

by Joburg

MESCHAC GABA'S work is extraordinary. The internationally renowned avant-garde artist is holding a solo exhibition at the Johannesburg Art Gallery (JAG), where his works Tresses, La Maison, Salle de Jeux and Glue Me Peace are on show until 31 January 2008.

Tresses is a series of braided pieces similar to wigs - Gaba emphasises that they are not wigs, but sculptures - referencing iconic buildings in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Tshwane.