What to do and see in Overberg District, Western Cape: The Best Shopping

Gallery. All kinds of Art

David Schlapobersky and Felicity Potter Bukkenburg Pottery Studio, Gallery & Guest Cottage. A profusion of superb pots in a breath-taking environment! An open, working pottery studio in the historic heart of Swellendam. David and Felicity are prominent South African studio potters who have been working together in the tradition of high temperature, reduction-fired stoneware and porcelain since 1973. Visitors are welcome to the studio and gallery in the delightful grounds of their Heritage House, 'Bukkenburg', bordering the Drostdy Museum Complex. A wide-ranging selection of work is on display in the gallery. Packing and shipping service guarantees reliable delivery to any destination. Exhibitions, Open Studio Weekends, commissions and special personalised workshops for small groups. This home studio can be seen at almost any time; they will even open up after hours. To avoid disappointment, it is advisable to call ahead if travelling from afar. Accommodation at the studio.

The Book Collector is an antiquarian bookstore in the cultural heart of the seaside village of Hermanus from where it sells and ships literary treasures to book lovers and collectors across the world. The store prides itself on its collection of Africana and Militaria. Works on South Africa’s political and cultural history – in both English and Afrikaans – are popular choices for locals and tourists alike. Apart from the Literary Classics, the store’s shelves are piled ceiling-high with works on History, Politics, Travel and Exploration, Archeology, Mythology, Religion, Esoterica, Self-Help, Psychology, Philosophy, Biographies, Business, Science, Wild Life, Gardening, Cooking, Music, Art, as well as Arts and Crafts, and even Pets. It also has some hard-to-find Car and Motorcycle Manuals. This quaint little book shop also has a fine selection of First Editions and Signed copies. Popular fiction can be found on the Daily Sale Table. Come and Explore!

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Cape Town Art Studios in association with the Art@ Franchise have opened two Sculpture Gardens and galleries @ two prominent Wine Estates in the Western Cape. Art@Almenkerk is situated in the east on the award winning Almenkerk Wine Estate which overlooks the beautiful Elgin Valley. Here, the main focus is avant-garde and pop art. The MUTE W!SDOM exhibition is in is integrated in the landscape.

Beautiful Art Gallery in Hermanus, South Africa. We have a wide selection of Paintings, Sculptures, Prints and Glassware.

Studio G is an art gallery working in partnership with the world-renowned hospitality and tourism group, Village N Life. The galleries are managed by entrepreneur and sculptor, Gerhard van Niekerk. He is assisted by Aidon Westcott – a well known and highly respected art curator and artist. Studio G aims to provide a unique platform for established as well as emerging local artists to exhibit their work in some of South Africa’s most iconic tourist destinations. These galleries showcase some of the best contemporary South African artists and are must-see galleries for all art lovers and collectors visiting the Western Cape.

At the Kunstehuijs we specialize in original art of more than 60 South African artists.