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Group exhibition: Woven, unusual textiles, tapestries and woven objects at Kim Sacks Gallery

Sep 2 - Oct 7 2023       153 Jan Smuts Ave, Parkwood
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Prolific ceramicist, gallerist and collector Kim Sacks wields her curatorial wand once again for Woven; a tactile new offering at the Kim Sacks Gallery in Parkwood. Sacks has drawn from her personal collection in creating the show which is comprised of hand-picked textiles and tapestries by Ingrid Hague, Frances VH and Crosspolynations alongside a wonderful array of woven objects by African artists and makers.

Woven showcases this age-old art form as applied to intricately constructed baskets, brooms, bags, hats, fans and more.
 
Woven Kim Sacks
An abstract tapestry makes a subtle statement at Woven. Photo: Kim Sacks Gallery

Rounding out the show is a precious loom which was used to weave Kuba textiles in Kasai, the central southern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo, which illustrates how cloth is made. And for any textile artists attending the exhibit themselves, there is incredible hand spun wool, cotton and mohair on display. This is an altogether inspiring collection, never to be repeated, and we'd highly recommend you visit Woven before it closes on Sat, 7 Nov. The exhibition takes place in the gallery's upstairs Makers Space. While on the premises, take the time to browse the rest of the ever-changing and electic collection of handcrafted wares that populate Kim Sacks Gallery's space at all times.  
 
Woven baskets and hand spun fibers. Photo: Kim Sacks Gallery

For more art around the city, find our weekly exhibitions guide here.
 

Date

Venue

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat Sep 2 2023 - Oct 7 2023
Kim Sacks Gallery and ceramic studio
153 Jan Smuts Ave, Parkwood

Price/Additional Info

Free entrance

Website

www.kimsacks.com www.facebook.com/kimsacksgallery
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