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Beyond the Surface: The Sculptural Narratives of Aimé Mpane

Using a small pick or awl, he gouges into the wood’s layers to reveal different colors and textures beneath the surface. aime mpane

His pieces often feature portraits that capture the "spirit and energy" of the youth in Kinshasa. Beyond the Surface: The Sculptural Narratives of Aimé

Inspired by the brick walls of Brussels, Mpane also creates "malleable mosaics"—lightweight, foldable works that can be transported in a suitcase, carrying a "cosmic message" across borders. Themes of Identity and Memory Mpane also creates "malleable mosaics"—lightweight