The Art Collection of Huberte Rupert

This full-colour publication celebrates Huberte Rupert's art collection housed in the Rupert Museum in Stellenbosch. Art critic and writer Amanda Botha traces Huberte's art appreciation journey through her involvement as a student cultivating friendships with local artists such as her 'Big Five' artists: Cecil Higgs, Maggie Laubser, Irma Stern, Jean Welz and Anton van Wouw.
The book also features works from many other South African and international artists, including works acquired by Penny Siopis, Stanley Pinker, William Kentridge, and Wille Bester from the Cape Town Triennial. Amanda Botha's long association with Huberte Rupert gave her an intimate knowledge of her art collection; she accompanied her on studio visits to artists and attended exhibitions together. Long conversations ensued, and she gained invaluable insight into how the passionate collector valued artworks and made acquisition choices.
An invaluable resource for anyone interested in South African art.