Shoes from Chinese Ships Exhibition at Salon91

Illuminating the mysterious relationship between two continental superpowers

The “Shoes from Chinese Ships” exhibition is showing at the Salon91 Gallery on Kloof Street in Cape Town from Wednesday, 1 August to Saturday, 1 September 2012.

This group exhibition features work from emerging and established artists from South Africa and China, and is a conversation in painting, drawing, sculpture and installation inspired by tales, for example, of Ming dynasty shipwreck survivors stranded in Kenya. The exhibition is intended to illuminate the long, intricate and often mysterious relationship between Africa and China.

About Salon 91 Gallery

Salon91 is a gallery that’s passionate about art, and specifically about developing new talent and showcasing established contemporary artists. Located in the heart of the Mother City, this boutique-style gallery is conveniently placed for art lovers and students alike.

Aside from its standard and regular showcases, the gallery also offers art consultation services to homeowners, architects and corporate clients to better assist them in sourcing artwork, and also offers call out consultations, framing and arranging of commissioned art.

To attend the launch on Wednesday, 1 August 2012, RSVP by either calling Salon91 on +27 21 424 6930 or emailing info@salon91art.co.za, refreshments will be served, and some of the artists will be available to chat about their pieces.

The Salon91 gallery is open weekdays from Tuesday to Friday from 10am to 6pm; Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 2pm; and Monday and public holidays by appointment only. Entry to the “Shoes from Chinese Ships” exhibition is free to the public.

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