Art Historian Anna Tietze - A History of The Iziko South African National Gallery

The All New

Is delighted to host guest speaker Anna Tietze

on

Thursday 12 October at 12 noon for 12h30

Anna Tietze, a cultural and art historian at the Michaelis School of Fine Art, University of Cape Town has had extensive curatorial experience with the Iziko South African National Gallery. 
She has authored A HISTORY OF THE IZIKO SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL GALLERY – Reflections on Art and National Identity. It is a scholarly work which could have been as dry as the dust behind long hanging old pictures, but it is not. 

It is written in plain English and brings to life the arguments and battles over what should and shouldn’t be exhibited.

A History of the Iziko South African National Gallery it considers questions of artistic and cultural identity, from the late 19th century to the present day. It is a valuable book because to date, there has been no large-scale historical inquiry into the Iziko Museums. The absence of such a history is a serious gap in the literature, which this study aims to fill.

It’s not only historically important but is a beautiful book, black and white and full-colour images abound. 

The cover seen here is an illustration by Mary Sibande; The Reign (2010) 

from the Iziko South African National Gallery.

Chef Patron Edgar Osojnik has created a delicious menu:

Amuse Bouche

Norwegian Salmon Tartar

cauliflower – crème fraîche espuma, rye-almond crisp, egg yolk, deep fried caper

Main Course

Roasted Pork Belly with Crackling, own Sauce

potato-butternut puff pastry, tarragon vinegar glazed vegetables,

caramelized apple-horseradish puree

Dessert

Lemongrass Ice Cream

crispy banana ravioli, spiced pineapple, passion fruit

Filter Coffee and Truffles

Accompanied by Buitenverwachting Wines

The price per person is R375 fully inclusive. Here it has to be said that it is not bottomless wine, a glass on arrival and a glass with your meal is the order of the day. One is welcome to buy more.

There is limited seating at the new Buitenverwachting Restaurant so please book early, book by email sandybailey@telkomsa.net or by telephoning 021 685 8016. When booking please mention any allergies or special dietary requirements.