The imposing statue
Documentary Photography
1977
Mohamed Amin Foundation
Monument to vainglory: the imposing statue which Emperor Jean-Bédel Bokassa erected for himself in the Central African Empire’s capital of Bangui, a grim reminder of an evil tyranny. Kenya
Mohamed Amin (1943 – 1996)
Mohamed Amin (1943-1996) was a groundbreaking Kenyan photojournalist famed for documenting African crises, notably the 1984 Ethiopian famine & Idi Amin's regime. His powerful images sparked global awareness and charity efforts. Explore his legacy at
Mohamed Amin Foundation (Nairobi, Kenya)
Explore the legacy of Mohamed Amin, Kenya's legendary photojournalist! Discover his vast archive documenting African history & wildlife crises like the Ethiopian famine. The foundation also offers media training & cultural preservation programs.
About this artwork
- Title: The imposing statue
- Artist: Mohamed Amin
- Year: 1977
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Mohamed Amin Foundation
- Creative period: Late Period
- Corpus context: post-colonial critique, documenting oppression
- Keywords: kenyan photographer, tyranny art imagery, bangui monument image
- Color intensity: Monochromatic
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