Zimbabwe – ZW005A
Composition: Termite Tree Earth
Colour: Brown
Shape: Raw
The local Zimbabwean earth Munchenje comes from either termites mounds or termite trees. People say that this earth is sweet. It has clay, sand, probably limestone, a bit of topsoil, and little rocks in it. Apart of eating the earth is used for making bricks for construction. This sample originates from a termite tree, and comes from around Dzimbanhete. It was brought to us by Kundai Nathan.
The Museum of Edible Earth has gone on a research trip in Zimbabwe at the Animal Farm Artist Residency. By creating a space that offers various types of exchanges through international activities and events, the Animal Farm Art Residency in Zimbabwe facilitates a series of developments aimed to foster creative practice connected with contemporary peers all around the world. It is a collaborative resolute to the cultural enhancement of the rural community. Inspired and influenced by the power of creativity, the residency programme endeavors to provide a stage for growth and development. We have warmly been hosting there by Tanyse Van Vuuren and Admire Kamudzengerere.
To discover more about the Animal Farm Artist Residency, connect to their online platform: http://animalfarmresidence.co.zw/