David Mzuguno (1951-2010) - Forest
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David Mzuguno (1951–2010), Forest, an original 2005 enamel on canvas painting by the Tanzanian artist, 100 × 80 cm, in green, blue, red and multicolour palette.
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David Mzuguno (Tanzania)
Enamels on canvas
100 cm x 80 cm
David Mzuguno (1951–2010) was a prominent Tanzanian artist and one of the leading figures in the Tingatinga art movement. Born on December 13, 1951, in the rural village of Gonja Bombo in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania, he began painting in 1967 at the age of 15. He gained early recognition in 1969 by winning third prize in the prestigious Esso Calendar Competition at just 18 years old.
Mzuguno moved to Dar es Salaam, where he developed his distinctive style within the Tingatinga tradition—characterized by vibrant colors, bold outlines, intricate patterns, and often whimsical or narrative depictions of animals, nature, daily life, and cultural scenes.
His works have been exhibited internationally in countries such as Kenya, Uganda, Belgium, Japan, South Korea, and China. Tragically, Mzuguno passed away in June 2010.
Today, he is remembered as a key contributor to contemporary Tanzanian art, with his paintings featured in auctions, galleries, and collections worldwide.
David Mzuguno (Tanzania)
Enamels on canvas
100 cm x 80 cm
David Mzuguno (1951–2010) was a prominent Tanzanian artist and one of the leading figures in the Tingatinga art movement. Born on December 13, 1951, in the rural village of Gonja Bombo in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania, he began painting in 1967 at the age of 15. He gained early recognition in 1969 by winning third prize in the prestigious Esso Calendar Competition at just 18 years old.
Mzuguno moved to Dar es Salaam, where he developed his distinctive style within the Tingatinga tradition—characterized by vibrant colors, bold outlines, intricate patterns, and often whimsical or narrative depictions of animals, nature, daily life, and cultural scenes.
His works have been exhibited internationally in countries such as Kenya, Uganda, Belgium, Japan, South Korea, and China. Tragically, Mzuguno passed away in June 2010.
Today, he is remembered as a key contributor to contemporary Tanzanian art, with his paintings featured in auctions, galleries, and collections worldwide.
Details
Artist
David Mzuguno (1951-2010)
Edition
Original
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Sold with frame
No
Title of artwork
Forest
Technique
Acrylic painting, Oil painting
Signature
Signed
Country of origin
Tanzania
Year
2005
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Blue, Green, Multicolour, Red
Height
100 cm
Width
80 cm
Weight
1 kg
Depiction/theme
Plants and flowers
Style
Naive Art
Period
2000-2010
