About South African Art
Art as Décor
There are an ever-growing number of good reasons to buy South African art. Some will buy art simply as an investment tool, whilst others may be intent on re-living the memories of an African adventure, but most will undoubtedly buy South African art purely for its aesthetic value. In a nutshell, art as décor.
Art as Décor
There are an ever-growing number of good reasons to buy South African art. Some will buy art simply as an investment tool, whilst others may be intent on re-living the memories of an African adventure, but most will undoubtedly buy South African art purely for its aesthetic value. In a nutshell, art as décor.
History of Art in South Africa
South Africa has been defined by a number of distinct periods - colonialism, identification of self as African, apartheid, with its associated sanctions and later democracy and the strong emergence of black artists; all of which have had a marked impact on the development of art in South Africa.
History of Art in South Africa
South Africa has been defined by a number of distinct periods - colonialism, identification of self as African, apartheid, with its associated sanctions and later democracy and the strong emergence of black artists; all of which have had a marked impact on the development of art in South Africa.
About South African Art
South Africa’s wonderful melting pot of cultures has ensured an artistic diversity unrivalled in the rest of the world. Influences range from the simplicity of Palaeolithic dream-art of the San Bushmen to the raw cubism and colourful fauvism of the Masters; Picasso and Matisse.
About South African Art
South Africa’s wonderful melting pot of cultures has ensured an artistic diversity unrivalled in the rest of the world. Influences range from the simplicity of Palaeolithic dream-art of the San Bushmen to the raw cubism and colourful fauvism of the Masters; Picasso and Matisse.
A Closer Look at Abstract Art
The term abstract art is loosely associated with all the prominent art movements of the so-called modern era - romanticism, impressionism, expressionism, fauvism, cubism, minimalism and the action art genre made popular by the likes of Jackson Pollock.
A Closer Look at Abstract Art
The term abstract art is loosely associated with all the prominent art movements of the so-called modern era - romanticism, impressionism, expressionism, fauvism, cubism, minimalism and the action art genre made popular by the likes of Jackson Pollock.
Influential South African Female Artists
Over the years, South Africa has produced a number of celebrated female artists who have become popular the world over. Pioneering art works by Bertha Everard, Maggie Laubser and, most prominently, Irma Stern, regularly fetch record prices at international and local auction houses.
Influential South African Female Artists
Over the years, South Africa has produced a number of celebrated female artists who have become popular the world over. Pioneering art works by Bertha Everard, Maggie Laubser and, most prominently, Irma Stern, regularly fetch record prices at international and local auction houses.
Western Cape Art Galleries
Fine Art Portfolio, represents a select group of established South African art galleries, showcasing a vibrant and varied collection of outstanding locally produced visual arts in all the significant genres and styles.
Western Cape Art Galleries
Fine Art Portfolio, represents a select group of established South African art galleries, showcasing a vibrant and varied collection of outstanding locally produced visual arts in all the significant genres and styles.