Large Crucifix & Star, Jackson Hlungwani

Question 1

Subject

Answer 1

Crucifix with raised arms carved into a tree trunk with decorated series of carvings.

Question 2

Figure of christ

Answer 2

Central, standing upright with arms spread out.
3 dimensional wooden form suspended from Christ’s arm representing a star

Question 3

Symbolic expression of podium under Christ’s feet

Answer 3

Impression of hill of golgatha

Question 4

Form of christ

Answer 4

Simplified
Strong
Solid

Question 5

Proportions & shapes

Answer 5

Large face with large eyes staring down sternly.
Both sides of face are 2 exaggeratedly large ears shaped from sound relief shapes
Torso & legs are smaller but still give impression of solidity as it consists of rounded segments that indicate different parts

Question 6

Cross

Answer 6

Shown between eyebrows where a deep incision lies

Question 7

Lines & shaoe

Answer 7

Shape of mouth indicated by think straight line contributing to stern look.

Question 8

Fish

Answer 8

Shown over arm.
symbolise tranquility & peace

Question 9

Decorated flat tablet

Answer 9

Over one side of Christ’s arm with cross with 2 crossbars on it

Question 10

Repetitive egg shapes on branch

Answer 10

Ode sof treating people with care as if they are fragile
Metaphorical referenced to sores Hlungwani had on his legs

Question 11

Message

Answer 11

Cosmic harmony between heaven & earth.
It is possible for man to live in harmony with God

Question 12

Style

Answer 12

Stylised

Question 13

Medium & technique

Answer 13

Wooden sculpture