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Premise Bench 2, a collaboration between
like Esias Bosch, Tim Morris, Hyme
Wiid and Lionel Smit. Smit’s painted Rabinowitz, and Andrew Walford.
figures on the bench surface reflect his A special treasure in the sale is the
ongoing fascination with portraiture, Chinese Export famille-rose Armorial
figure studies, and human identity. dish, Qing Dynasty, 1785-1791. This
Of particular note are two beautiful dish, commissioned for the Cape market,
ironwood benches, each 3 metres long, was part of ‘the last armorial dinner-
capturing the history of the Cape. The service’ made during the Company’s
original centuries old six-metre beams were regime, ordered by Cornelis van Aerssen
reclaimed by the designer from the Castle of Beyeren, Lord of Voshol, whose coat of
Good Hope grounds in 2015 and likely used arms it features. In a contemporary twist,
as ballast in passing ships. In exchange for beautifully curated collections of Lucie de
repurposing these beams into four benches, Moyencourt’s ceramic shells showcase her
the designer presented the Castle of Good signature shapes and colourways.
Hope with a bench honouring the life of Explore the rich tapestry of South
Krotoa. These Castle of Good Hope Benches African design, past and present, and
are available for viewing by appointment at witness the artistry that continues to
Wiid Design Studios. shape our cultural landscape. Running
The range of ceramics includes Hannah from 7 to 26 June, this auction coincides
Massey's evocative, quirky, almost with the Hermanus FynArts Festival 2024
anthropomorphic forms, along with and Strauss & Co’s Spotlight art sale, Art
the exquisitely balanced proportions of Rooted in Nature: Evening Sale (25 June)
Thembi Nala’s flying saucer-like vessels. and Art Rooted in Nature: Day Sale (timed
This medium powerfully highlights online 7 – 25 June). Together, these events
tradition while capturing the tactile aim to complement the festival's vibrant
handheld quality of ceremonies and celebration of creativity in all its forms.
social occasions. The selection of ceramic dw
art also features renowned studio potters www.straussart.co.za
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