Set of 4 Early Cape Architecture Prints by Philip Bawcombe MATTER COLLECTION

This set of four early Cape architecture prints by artist Philip Bawcombe captures the timeless charm of historic South African streetscapes and homesteads. Rendered in Bawcombe’s distinctive loose ink and watercolor style, each print highlights whitewashed buildings, thatched roofs, shuttered windows, and everyday figures that bring these scenes to life. The architectural details and soft washes of color evoke the character and warmth of old Cape Dutch settlements.

Included in the collection are four individual prints, with one duplicate image featuring the same “Old Georgian House, Stellenbosch” scene. Together, the set offers a cohesive glimpse into the architectural heritage of the Cape, making it a wonderful decorative grouping for collectors of South African art, travel imagery, or historic architectural studies. Perfect for framing as a gallery wall or displaying individually.

Provenance: Matter Collection

From the collection of Margie and Phil Matter. Margie lived in South Africa, and later she and her husband Phil opened a gallery in Tucson. Everything in this collection was in their home for more than thirty years. Africa Direct recently bought the collection; at 95, Margie wants to share the things she has loved so much.

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