The Fourth Plinth is renowned across the globe for bringing world-class contemporary art to London’s most prominent historical public square and Antelope is the 14th commission since the programme of artworks began in 1998.
Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Samson Kambalu’s bronze resin sculpture restages a photograph of Baptist preacher and pan-Africanist John Chilembwe and European missionary John Chorley, taken in 1914 in Nyasayland (now Malawi) at the opening of Chilembwe’s new Baptist church.
Chilembwe is wearing a hat, defying the colonial rule that forbade Africans from wearing hats in front of white people, and is almost twice the size of Chorley. By increasing his scale, the artist is elevating Chilembwe and his story, revealing the hidden narratives of underrepresented peoples in the history of the British Empire in Africa, and beyond.
John Chilembwe was a Baptist pastor and educator who led an uprising in 1915 against British colonial rule in Nyasaland triggered by the mistreatment of refugees from Mozambique and the conscription to fight German troops during WWI. He was killed and his church destroyed by the colonial police. Though his rebellion was ultimately unsuccessful, Malawi, which gained independence in 1964, celebrates John Chilembwe Day on January 15th and the uprising is viewed as the beginning of the Malawi independence struggle.
The artist, Samson Kambalu, was born in 1975 in Malawi, and now lives and works in Oxford where he is Associate Professor of Fine Art and a lifelong fellow at Magdalen College, Oxford University.
His sculpture, which was made in Deptford, was selected by the Fourth Plinth Commission Group, chaired by Ekow Eshun, following an exhibition at the National Gallery where nearly 17,500 people commented on the selection.
For over two decades, The Fourth Plinth has showcased the work of great artists who have not shied away from tackling the important issues of the day. Yinka Shonibare CBE considered the legacy of British colonialism in Nelson’s Ship in a Bottle. Katharina Fritsch commented on gender equality and the masculine posturing in the square with her work Hahn/Cock. Michael Rakowitz’s recreation of the Lamassu, a winged bull and protective deity that was destroyed in Nineveh (near modern day Mosul) in 2015 shone a light on the devastating impact of war on cultural heritage, and Heather Phillipson’s THE END presented a giant swirl of whipped cream, a cherry, a fly and a drone that transmits a live feed of Trafalgar Square, suggesting both exuberance and unease and responding to Trafalgar Square as a site of celebration and protest.
Antelope will be on the Fourth Plinth until September 2024 and is a highlight of the inaugural Sculpture Week London, a new initiative that will celebrate public art throughout London in a collaboration between Frieze, Sculpture in the City and the Mayor of London's Fourth Plinth Programme.
The Fourth Plinth is funded by the Mayor of London, Arts Council England and Bloomberg Philanthropies. It features on Bloomberg Connects, the free app that allows users to access over 100 museums, galleries, and cultural spaces around the world anytime, anywhere. Through the Fourth Plinth guide, users can access a range of exclusive content, including a video of Kambalu discussing the Fourth Plinth installation and his practice more broadly, information on past commissions and a welcome from Justine Simons OBE, London's Deputy Mayor for Culture and Creative Industries.
Samson Kambalu said: “I am thrilled to have been invited to create a work for London’s most iconic public space, and to see John Chilembwe’s story elevated. Antelope on the Fourth Plinth was ever going to be a litmus test for how much I belong to British society as an African and a cosmopolitan. Chilembwe selected himself for the Fourth Plinth, as though he waited for this moment. He died in an uprising but ends up victorious.”

Berlin

Germany

Searching for information and tickets regarding Antelope by Samson Kambalu | Berlin taking place in Berlin on Oct 28, 2022–Sep 28, 2024 (UTC+1)? Trip.com has you covered. Check the dates, itineraries, and other information about Antelope by Samson Kambalu | Berlin now! Trip.com has also prepared more similar exciting activities and discounted flight and hotel packages.

Antelope by Samson Kambalu | Berlin: Tickets, Dates & Itineraries | Trip.com

Antelope by Samson Kambalu | Berlin

Antelope by Samson Kambalu

Antelope by Samson Kambalu | Trip.com

null | Trip.com

Share your results and see what your friends think!

Rocco Forte Hotel de Rome

Near Brandenburg Gate|Berlin City Centre, Berlin

Luxury Hotels

SO/ Berlin Das Stue

Near Berlin Zoological Garden|Tiergarten, Berlin

Instagrammable Hotels

Museum Island

Immediate access

Book now for today

Historic buildings

Museums

Melsida

Museum Island in Berlin is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a cultural treasure trove. Located in the heart of the city, it&rsquo;s home to five world-class museums, including the Pergamon Museum and the Altes Museum. The island offers a mix of art, archaeology, and history, making it a must-visit for culture lovers. The architecture is stunning, and it&rsquo;s a perfect spot to explore Berlin&#39;s rich history. Expect crowds, especially during peak tourist seasons, but the exhibits are well worth it.

Berlin Cathedral

Night view

爱旅行的饭某人

The Berlin Cathedral combines the neo-Baroque and Renaissance style with a green dome towering, built during William II for the Hohenzollern dynasty and restored after World War II. The interior dome mural, the organ is shocking, and the top overlooks the Spree River and the museum island. It is a symbol of Berlin&#39;s history and architecture.

Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin

The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin

Orania.Berlin

Charlottenburg Palace

Anonymous user

We continue our art journey and come to Charlottenburg Palace. This magnificent palace was built by King Frederick I of Prussia for his wife Sophie Charlotte, and is an outstanding representative of Baroque architecture. The palace has a magnificent exterior, and the exquisite sculptures and complex decorative lines highlight the majesty and luxury of the royal family. Walking into the palace, it seems as if you have traveled back to that glorious era. The magnificent halls and beautifully decorated rooms, every detail shows the ultimate pursuit of court art. The gorgeous chandeliers, exquisite murals, and precious works of art are dazzling. Walking along the corridors of the palace and admiring these artistic treasures, we can imagine the luxury and elegance of court life in those days.

Berliner Fernsehturm

The Berlin TV Tower (Berliner Fernsehturm) is an iconic landmark offering stunning panoramic views of the city from its observation deck. Standing at 368 meters, it&rsquo;s Germany&rsquo;s tallest structure, and visitors can enjoy a 360-degree view of Berlin&#39;s landmarks. The rotating restaurant at the top adds to the experience, though it can be a bit pricey. It&#39;s a must-visit for first-timers in the city!

Reichstag Building

Lizzieyum

nice place with free entry. pre booking online is a must, opens one month before

Time:	Oct 28, 2022–Sep 28, 2024 (UTC+1) ENDED
Location:	Trafalgar Square

Antelope by Samson Kambalu | Berlin

Details

Vote

Are you interested in Antelope by Samson Kambalu?

Recommended Products for Antelope by Samson Kambalu | Berlin

Rocco Forte Hotel de Rome

SO/ Berlin Das Stue

Museum Island

Berlin Cathedral

Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin

The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin

Orania.Berlin

Charlottenburg Palace

Berliner Fernsehturm

Reichstag Building

Antelope by Samson Kambalu | Berlin

Details

Vote

Are you interested in Antelope by Samson Kambalu?

Recommended Products for Antelope by Samson Kambalu | Berlin

Rocco Forte Hotel de Rome

SO/ Berlin Das Stue

Museum Island

Berlin Cathedral

Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin

The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin

Orania.Berlin

Charlottenburg Palace

Berliner Fernsehturm

Reichstag Building

More contents about Berlin