A delicate deconstruction of the economic and geopolitical systems that govern our world by South African artist Faith XLVII (previously featured here). In “Venarum Mundi,” Faith XLVII uses discontinued currency, maps, and flags to literally weave together complex commentaries on value, borders, and shifting global forces. Her intricately hand-sewn tapestries reimagine the boundaries of wealth and place, earth and sea. Meticulously crafted, the artwork draws attention to the fabric of our reality, its fragility, as well as the inherent tensions of migration and territoriality. With each piece Faith XLVII calls into question the very materiality from which it was made—signals of stability rendered obsolete.

“Venarum Mundi” is currently on view by appointment at Heron Gallery in San Francisco until tomorrow, August 2nd!