The Imprisonment

Description

The painting of a former President Jacob Zuma , titled “The Imprisonment” by Samukelo Gasa captures his incarceration. The masterful capturing the profound loss of dignity in the process. The presence of a correctional services personnel beyond a reflective glassy wall contrasts with sorrowful expression of the man, higlighting his vulnerability. The artist used light blue colours to emphasize the isolation and hopelessness of the scene. This painting serves as a stark commentary on the dehumanising effects of imprisonment.