Bonhams 1793 : Edison Mugalu (Ugandan, born 1983) 'Walking to Work'

Edison spends days observing, watching and understanding the mass movement of female gatherers on the shores of Zanzibar in Uganda's neighboring Tanzania.

Through simple brush strokes, thick textures and mirror like reflections, Mugalu captures the feeling of an early morning commute to work.

Unlike many of his contemporaries, Mugalu is a self-taught artist. Motivated and enthusiastic to continue his studies, Mugalu consistently attends workshops and educational programmes and is another artist set to develop ongoing skills at the Ugandan Arts Trust.

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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