10.10.1938–29.12.2016

Judith Mason

Judith Mason (1938–2016) was a South African artist known for her works in oil, pencil, graphic arts, and mixed media. Her art is characterized by rich symbolism and mythological themes, reflecting her skill as a painter, printmaker, and art historian.

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Biography

Judith Mason was born Judith Seelander Menge on October 10, 1938, in Pretoria, South African Republic. She was an artist working in oil, pencil, graphic arts, and mixed media. As a printmaker and art historian, Mason's works are distinguished by their rich symbolism and mythology alongside a rare technical virtuosity. Her artistic practice encompassed a wide range of techniques and expressive means, emphasizing her mastery and profound understanding of visual art. Mason lived and worked in South Africa, a connection that is reflected in the cultural elements of her creations. She passed away on December 29, 2016, in the town of White River.

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