New Archbishop Desmond Tutu Enthrones, John Muafangejo Flashcards
Subject
Linocut of the memorable event for South Africans of new archbishop Desmond Tutu enthroned
Composition
2 strips of imagery with captions :
Top strip depicted New Archbishop Desmond Tutu in essence of moment. Around his neck is a chain with a large cross while he wears a light jacket with darker shirt underneath. Contributing to the significance of his position.
Solemn facial expression white he points a finger to crucifix of Jesus to remind people they should not forget why they are there.
White bird on left like a dove enters composition. Symbolize holy spirit entering Bishop
Style
Cartoonlike as the shape of his head is exaggerated & his shiny glasses emphasized.
Contrast
Crucifix with Jesus. Body of Christ is white & black and cross behind is black & white.
Prayer symbol
On right next to crucifix there are 2 cupped hands one white and one black
Use of black & white
Contrast as reference to skin tone
Composition bottom half
Church filled with people attending the event. Depicted in black & white & spread equally throughout the rectangle
No space
Simplified style as most were shown in profile.
Integration of the church in defiance of Apartheid laws
People depicted in black & white are stretching arms to take each others hands thereby encircling other people too. Significant because they were locked in the final stages of segregation of races caused by apartheid