Felix Shumba's "Birds, Orphans and Fools" at Galleria Fonti, Naples, Through November 28

Felix Shumba, an artist originally from Zimbabwe, showcases his work titled "Birds, Orphans and Fools" at Galleria Fonti in Naples, running until November 28. The exhibition delves into three central themes: "Birds" represents a life of freedom, "Orphans" highlights themes of loss and neglect, and "Fools" illustrates the absurdity as a means to cope with trauma. In the second room, a universal narrative unfolds through flagellation, where time is depicted as non-linear, echoing a Caravaggesque artwork at Museo di Capodimonte. The exhibition is steeped in silence, revealing a precarious ontological realm filled with dark narratives and lyrical contrasts. Charcoal and paper artworks encapsulate the essence of existence, while masks and animal-like figures stir ancient memories, fostering an ongoing dialogue with the audience.