Print: Signed
Size: 50 cm x 65 cm (unframed)
Edition: 500
Authenticity: Signed & numbered with the Nelson Mandela’s emboss

This sketch depicts a view of Robben Island where new prisoners would

first set foot on the island. Nelson Mandela made a decision to

highlight the ocean and landing stage in colour, two elements which

clearly have significant symbolism in his interpretation. Prisoners

would be stripped and searched on arrival and changed into prison

clothes removing all signs of external personal identity. The landing

stage would be their first contact with the prison island and the sea

their last contact with freedom.