Grace Ntombi: The Litema Gallery
Sacred Patterns. Healing Spaces.
Journey into the heart of Basotho heritage. Grace Ntombi reimagines the 17th-century art of Litema, traditionally a language of the soul, as a modern, immersive 3D experience designed to preserve ancient culture and foster mental well-being.
Connect
Engage with the ancient Basotho language of patterns. Discover how Litema has been used since the 1600s to praise ancestors and convey the deep stories of community life, from births to weddings.
Heal
Experience the power of “psycho-textiles.” Immerse yourself in repeating geometric rhythms designed to alter brain activity and improve mood, turning traditional art into a personal therapeutic practice for the digital age.
Explore
Navigate a polished 3D virtual space featuring 20 distinctive pieces. Witness the intersection of Tiisetso Mphuthi’s personal mental health journey and the timeless geometric precision of the Basotho women.
Experience the intersection of ancient African art and modern psychological healing, making the spiritual legacy of the Basotho accessible to a global audience through Metaverse.
Enter the gallery on Viverse
