Renowned artist confronts destruction of African wildlife in latest art show
Often depicted as an integral feature of the continent, African wildlife, from iconic big beasts to its vast array of species, continues to attract millions of foreign travelers every year. But a new art exhibition in the heart of Johannesburg is questioning the relationship between humans and animals on the continent, which spans centuries and is often marked by the destruction and exploitation of African wildlife for commercial gain and recreational purposes. Victor, an installation by artist and photographer Roger Ballen is displayed at Inside Out Centre for the Arts in Johannesburg, South Africa, Wednesday, May 31, 2023. (AP Photo/Themba Hadebe) From the killing of elephants in the 18th century to feed the ivory trade to decimating the rhino population through hunting, artist...
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