Iziko: South African National Gallery

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Introduction

If you’re a lover of art, a visit to the Iziko South African National Gallery in Cape Town is a must. As the Mother City’s premier public art museum, the Iziko South African National Gallery boasts an extensive collection of historical, modern, and contemporary South African, African, and international artworks. With rotating exhibitions and fascinating permanent collections, this museum is a treasure trove of art waiting to be discovered.

About the Gallery

The Iziko South African National Gallery is a hub of artistic expression in Cape Town. Visitors can view a range of artwork, from sculptures to beadwork and textiles. The museum’s permanent collection is regularly rotated to showcase temporary exhibitions of paintings, works on paper, photography, sculpture, beadwork, textiles, and architecture. These exhibitions provide insight into the extraordinary range of aesthetic production in South Africa, across the African continent and further afield.

Interesting Facts

In 2018, in celebration of the Friends’ 50th anniversary, the Friends hosted Friends50 – an exhibition showcasing a curated selection of artworks taken from the more than 300 Friends-supported acquisitions purchased during the past fifty years by the Friends on behalf of the National Gallery – at the ISANG. The Friends also made the decision to have the full Cecil Skotnes portfolio – not exhibited before then – archivally framed in museum glass, ensuring the possibility to exhibit it as part of Friends50.

Physical Location

Conclusion

The Iziko South African National Gallery is an essential stop on any art lover’s itinerary. It is a place where you can get lost in the beauty of art and connect with the rich history and cultural heritage of South Africa. With its diverse range of artwork, rotating exhibitions, and fascinating permanent collections, this museum is sure to leave a lasting impression. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience the beauty of the Iziko South African National Gallery in Cape Town.