Angolan Artists Reinterpret Socialist Era Through Mythography

Contemporary Angolan artists are actively engaging with the country's socialist period from 1975 to 1991, reexamining both its physical remnants and ideological foundations. These creators function as mythographers, constantly rewriting the narratives surrounding socialism through their artistic practices. The analysis employs Boris Groys's concept of "mythography" to understand how artists revisit and reinvent this political and aesthetic era. Particular attention is given to the mystification and iconization of political leaders from Angola's socialist past. The research examines how contemporary art addresses the ideological power represented by socialism in Angola. This scholarly investigation was published in ARTMargins Volume 13, Issue 1, pages 62-81, on February 1, 2024. The article explores how artists transform historical socialist myths through contemporary artistic expression. The study analyzes specific artworks that demonstrate this mythographic approach to Angola's socialist history.