The photobook explores the Ankole cattle of South Africa through carefully composed images that focus on the distinctive horns and physical presence of these animals. The photographic approach emphasizes the textures and forms of the cattle, revealing their cultural and historical significance in the region.
Cattle of the Ages: Ankole cattle in South Africa delves into the relationship between humans and livestock, underscoring themes of heritage, tradition, and landscape. The mood conveyed is one of reverence and intimate observation, showcasing the cattle not merely as animals but as symbols intertwined with identity and time.
Published by Jacana Media in 2018, the volume spans 196 pages and invites readers to consider the enduring role of Ankole cattle within South African society through a visual narrative by Daniel Naudé.