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Iziko Museums of South Africa Collection

Amy Rusch’s Artwork in the Iziko Museums of South Africa Collection

The Iziko Museums of South Africa, renowned for their commitment to preserving and showcasing the rich cultural heritage of South Africa, have recently acquired a remarkable piece by the talented South African artist Amy Rusch.

That which has been marked by the Wind comes with the Wind and is moved by the Wind II (2023) will now be a treasured addition to the national collection housed within the prestigious Iziko Museums.

In her own words, Amy Rusch describes her creative process as a profound exploration of the elemental forces that shape our environment. “Moved by the Wind” is a testament to this vision, capturing the ephemeral dance between wind and cloth, earth and sound. Rusch’s meticulous stitching method delicately transcribes the intricate imprints left by nature’s gentle touch, resulting in a mesmerizing tapestry that speaks to the essence of movement and time.

Born in Cape Town in 1990, Amy Rusch in her interdisciplinary approach to art, bridging the realms of mark-making and contemporary expression. Her innovative use of stitched thread and found plastic bags reflects a deep engagement with the material and auditory textures of our modern world, inviting viewers to contemplate the layers of history and culture embedded within each stitch.

As we welcome “That which has been marked by the Wind comes with the Wind and is moved by the Wind II” into the esteemed collection of the Iziko Museums, we invite you to join us in celebrating the remarkable talent of Amy Rusch and the enduring power of art to illuminate the beauty and complexity of our shared human experience.

That which has been marked by the Wind
comes with the Wind
and is moved by the Wind II

2023

Found plastic bags and thread
cm 107 x 72