Greywacke
Eclectica Contemporary is pleased to present Greywacke, a solo show by Jacobus Kloppers. The title Greywacke embodies the essence of this exhibition, drawing from the stone formation utilised by early Dutch and British colonisers in the construction of iconic architectural marvels. The dense, dark grey stone, adorned with white feldspar crystal lines and red ochre quartz layers, serves as both canvas and inspiration for the artworks. These structures, prominently featured in the exhibition, become the focal point, their historical significance intertwined with the materiality of the stone.
Each piece is a tapestry of history, layering photographic imagery of Table Bay’s landmarks – the old harbour, Robben Island, Salt River, the Amsterdam battery, the Castle, the Prestwich burial site, the Kings Blockhouse, and the Table Mountain Cable Car station. These images, captured through various mediums including laptops and cell phone screens, reflect the voyeuristic exploration of history.
Through this juxtaposition, the works transcend mere representation, becoming intricate constructs that delve into the physicality of stone, the documentation of human endeavour, and the personal and societal interpretations of these revered sites. Greywacke is not merely an exhibition; it is a journey through time, where the past converges with the present to evoke contemplation and reflection on the layers of history etched in stone.
Jacobus Kloppers
945
2023
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacbous Kloppers
4th Book
2022
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Aspire I
2023
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Blowin’ in the wind
2023
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Blowin’ in the wind
2023
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Blue Horizons
2023
Oil on canvas
60 x 45 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Castling 933
2022
Oil on canvas
40 x 30 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Castling 935
2023
Oil on canvas
60 x 45 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Castling: Baaken
2023
Oil on canvas
103 x 102 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Embrasure
2023
Oil on canvas
60 x 40 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Tower of Babel Eu2+
2023
Oil on canvas
130 x 102 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Face off
2023
Oil on canvas
40 x 30 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
HVT
2024
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Island 2
2021
Oil on canvas
60 x 45 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Island 6
2021
Oil on canvas
100 x 78 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Laputa
2024
Oil on canvas
60 x 45 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Refuse Dark Island Study
2021
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Roof: Crust
2021
Oil on canvas
60 x 45 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Ruins and Wake I
2020
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Rust
2022
Oil on canvas
60 x 45 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Settling I
2021
Oil on canvas
60 x 45 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Settling III
2021
Oil on canvas
100 x 78 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Signal: Cobra
2023
Oil on canvas
40 x 30 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Slagveld: Battlefield
2021
Oil on canvas
100 x 78 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Small Grey Screen
2024
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Smoke and Rust II
2022
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Study: King of the Castle
2023
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Study: King of the Castle II
2023
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Study: Blockhouse
2023
Oil on canvas
25 x 20 cm
Jacobus Kloppers
Where the river goes
2023
Oil on metal
60 x 60 cm