Artwork Description
A child carrying another child is one of the simplest images imaginable, yet it speaks volumes. In What Holds The Future, Lisette Forsyth captures a moment of care, responsibility and quiet affection that feels timeless. Painted onto an original nineteenth-century Government Gazette, the work invites us to reflect on the generations that support one another and the hopes we carry forward.
The historical document beneath the figures adds another layer of meaning. Once used to record the business of a growing colony, the Gazette now becomes the backdrop to a deeply human story. Forsyth's expressive brushwork allows the figures to emerge gently from the text, creating a conversation between history and the lives that continue to unfold beyond it.
Lisette Forsyth is celebrated for her ability to transform found historical materials into artworks that feel both contemporary and deeply personal. Measuring 35 x 47 cm framed, What Holds The Future is a unique original artwork that speaks of resilience, family and hope. StateoftheART offers free tracked delivery within South Africa, secure worldwide shipping, and a seven-day money-back guarantee should the artwork not be quite right for your space once viewed in person.
