Bonhams 1793 : Ronex Ahimbisibwe (Ugandan, born 1977) 'Am Solo'

"My work bridges my fantasies, experiences and realities. I believe the power of an artist lies in creating worlds and taking the viewer into those worlds with you."

Ahimbisibwe is a maverick in the Ugandan Art scene. Constantly pushing and exploring every material he discovers, Ahimbisibwe plays with the space between sculpture and painting. Am Solo depicts a solitary figure, silent, on top of a collage mountain. The thick, metallic sky covers the dream-like scene leaving us to question whether our character looks down and contemplates a blissful and inviting or cold and alienating industrialised landscape.

Ahimbisibwe is proving crucial to the ongoing development of the Ugandan art scene. This year he founded the Arts cafe, Fasfas, a dynamic hang out and collaborative hub in the bustling area of Bugolobi, Kampala. Fulfilling a desire to expand horizons and bring inspiration back to Uganda, Ahimbisibwe has exhibited internationally, including Kenya, Tanzania, Egypt, Germany, Denmark, France, the Netherlands, Norway, Bulgaria, Belgium and Australia.

On the evening of 21st May 2012, Bonhams are delighted to present Lots 1-7 to be sold in aid of 32º East | Ugandan Arts Trust and the Child's i Foundation. This charity auction presents some of the finest examples of Ugandan Contemporary Art, selected by Rocca Gutteridge, Director of 32° East | Ugandan Arts Trust. Lots 1-7 will not attract Bonham's buyer's premium and payment must be made directly to 32° East | Ugandan Arts Trust on the evening of the sale. If you wish to bid on Lots 1-7, please contact the Bids department on +44 (0)20 7447 7448. Online bidding will not be available for lots 1-7.

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