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John Muafangejo

1943 – 1987

John Muafangejo
Modern
Modern

John Muafangejo

Born 1943 Died 1987 Works span 1972–1984

John Muafangejo: A Voice of Kwanyama Through Woodcut Prints John Ndevasia Muafangejo (born 5 October 1943 in Etunda lo Nghadi, Angola; died 27 November 1987 in Katutura township, Windhoek) was a Namibian artist who achieved international acclaim as a maker of woodcut prints. His distinctive style combined meticulous detail with bold compositional choices, reflecting the traditions and spirit of his Kwanyama heritage. Muafangejo’s arti…

7
dated works
1
chapters
1972
first work
1984
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through John Muafangejo's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups John Muafangejo's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.

Colour Band — Movement Drift

The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.