{"product_id":"untitled-3","title":"Ubulondo","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlex Suse Chishimba\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003e\"Ubulondo\", \u003c\/em\u003e2025, Oil on canvas, 20.8 x 16.9in. (53 x 43cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlex, 29, is a refreshing evolution from the works produced by the masters of Zambia's art scene in the 1970s and '80s. In fact, Alex still receives mentorship from one of the legends of this era; but his work goes further and is appropriately suited for modern tastes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis painting is in Lusaka, Zambia, and will take 2-3 weeks to ship to the US. Shipping to the US will be paid for by Art Zambezi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e%60 of proceeds go directly to the artist. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the artist:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe painting \"Ubulondo\" highlights a critical environmental crisis in Zambia, where modern technology is rapidly depleting fish stocks. Below is an expanded look at the traditional practices, the specific threats mentioned, and the conservation measures currently in place.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eTraditional Knowledge: Ubulondo and Umono\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eLanguage \u0026amp; Title: \"Ubulondo\" is a Bemba word that roughly translates to \"the art or act of fishing\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Umono (Fishing Basket): This is a traditional trap made from woven reeds or grass. It is designed to be placed in shallow waters, floodplains, or swamps, allowing water to flow through while trapping mature fish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Art Zambezi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54760309719331,"sku":null,"price":2000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0963\/0754\/4355\/files\/CB059F95-2EB3-4736-B46D-02A83FF487B9_1_105_c.jpg?v=1771517320","url":"https:\/\/artzambezi.com\/products\/untitled-3","provider":"Art Zambezi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}