Marlene Dumas
South African painter and artist
Born
August 3rd, 1953
71 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
South Africa
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An influential painter emerged from South Africa, focusing on themes of identity, gender, and race. Works feature a combination of abstraction and figuration, employing a distinct style characterized by evocative brushwork and a unique palette. Passion for exploring the human condition manifested in numerous exhibitions across prominent art venues. Dumas studied at the University of Cape Town, later moving to Europe, where her career flourished. Major works include 'The Painter' and 'Infanta', contributing significantly to contemporary art discourse.
Exhibited prominent works in international galleries
Received the 2013 Vincent van Gogh Award
Participated in the Venice Biennale multiple times
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