Professor Polly N. Roberts of UCLA World Arts and Cultures/Dance discusses the critical role of iron as it relates to the symbolism and efficacy of female imagery prominent in royal emblems created by the Luba peoples of southeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. These exquisite works depict women enhanced by the strength of iron to serve as vessels of spiritual and political authority, as well as powerful vehicles of meaning and memory, and the making of history. _
#CultureFix is a short-format series of gallery talks featuring artists, curators, and other luminaries. No reservation required. All talks are free of charge.
Parking available in UCLA Lot 4, 398 Westwood Plaza, directly off Sunset Blvd | $12/day
Rideshare drop-off 305 Royce Drive.
About the Exhibition
Striking Iron is a major international traveling exhibition that reveals the history of invention and technical sophistication that led African blacksmiths to transform one of Earth’s most basic natural resources into objects of life-changing utility, empowerment, and astonishing artistry.
