Lamba Forever Mandrakizay is running at Hakanto Contemporary until November 18
The exhibition highlights the multifaceted aspects of the traditional Madagascan textile, lamba, while touching on the melancholia of its decline. Christian Sanna's photographs are printed on PVC fabric
The works span a variety of mediums, exploring the textile's relationship with Malagasy life and culture. Pictured are an array of salaka decorations, depicting the many designs lamba might take
Installation view of theatre des robes, depicting the many forms of lamba
Christian Sanna's Mon Lit Défait, 2017, digital printing on PVC textile
Sandra Ramiliarisoa works on her artwork Ny Hendry No Anarina Fa Ny Adala No Manary Lamba. All Photos: Hakanto Contemporary
Sandra Ramiliarisoa's Ny Hendry No Anarina Fa Ny Adala No Manary Lamba on a loom. The artwork makes use of a recycled plastic thread known as polyfloss
Sandra Ramiliarisoa's Ny Hendry No Anarina Fa Ny Adala No Manary Lamba
Alphonse Rakotovao, Merina au Chapeau, 1930, painting on fabric
Emile Ralambo, Village, 1899, watercolour
Kevin Ramarohetra, Doria
Installation view of postcards depicting people wearing lamba
Gad Bensalem’s work Any Dada comprises poetry, props and a metal installation
Nadia Randriamorasata's 1997 reflects on memory and loss
