Investec Cape Town Art Fair 2023
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This year's Cape Town Art Fair, sponsored by Investec, will mark the 10th anniversary of one of the Mother City's most cherished events. The iconic Art Fair is well known for its intimate and unique experience, offering a host to some of the country's foremost talent and showcasing prestigious pieces.
We take pride in featuring this iconic event which will take place between the 17th and 19th of February, and offer a few key pointers for connoisseurs looking to sample this year's collection.
An overview of the Cape Town Art Fair
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Variety takes centre stage as this year's fair boasts a collection of over 100 exhibitors and a capacity for just under 30,000 visitors, including VIPs and frequent special guests. 2023 is marked as an occasion for the industry as its tenth anniversary will indeed feature an unforgettable event.
Visitors can expect to see fully integrable platforms for collectors, galleries for curious visitors, artists to meet and network, and an opportunity to engage with local and international creatives. In addition, talks and guided tours are also available, as well as an opportunity to attend Gallery Night which uses the red city buses to escort ticket holders to various galleries throughout the city.
For more information: https://investeccapetownartfair.co.za/programme-2023/
Theme - The Notion of Time
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Some say the notion of time exists in two forms, one being atomic and the other being dynamic. Others say that time is simply an illusion created by humans to make sense of the linear reality we seem to exist in. Whatever the truth may be, this year's theme is all about exploring the notion of time and our subjective understanding of the past, the future, and the present.
Of course, such a theme is appropriately broad and all-encompassing. Taking into account both historic, abstract, and cosmological ideas in a singular artist's interpretation. One may expect to see many ever-important concepts such as change, growth, and a realisation of how the past forever alters the course of the future.
Some incredible ideas to fathom, and even more so in the form of visual media and how it may represent time in the world surrounding us.
Book your tickets today: https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/Event.aspx?itemid=1518757198
A tour of Cape Town's art scene
If you're here from out of town and interested in exploring a few more local galleries and museums, then please feel free to peruse our top selection of local talent.
Zietz MOCAA
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Located along the boardwalk of Cape Town's impressive Waterfront is a truly unmistakable building. The impressive towering square structure you may have once wondered curiously about is home to the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa. While often featuring more contemporary exhibits, the theme has always been local, and the vision is entirely African. Over nine floors of some of the most exquisite pieces are on view every day of the week.
Visit their website: https://zeitzmocaa.museum/
Iziko South African National Gallery
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Located within one of the iconic gardens of the Mother City is perhaps one of the oldest custodians of the art world. Iziko Gallery is a marvellous and stately 20th-century building which houses an entire evolution of the country's art history. With over 11 000 pieces, including collections from Rembrandt, Rodin, Turner and other French impressionists, the gallery has been upgraded and refurbished to position itself as the nation's premier art gallery. One simply cannot miss the opportunity.
Visit their website: https://www.iziko.org.za/museums/south-african-national-gallery/
Irma Stern Museum
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Housed within a gorgeous mid-century home is The Firs, also known as the Irma Stern museum and named after one of South Africa's most flamboyant artists. The artistic and creative direction of Irma Stern explores the vibrancy of colour, where many modern pieces found inspiration in her extravagant works. The iconic home plays host to her permanent collection and features some more contemporary pieces from a talented collection of hand-picked artists.
Visit their website: https://irmasternmuseum.co.za/
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