'Old Capetown' - James Yates

Dimensions: 61 x 92 cm (24 x 36 in)

Medium: Oil on Canvas

Step back in time with this evocative original oil painting of a historic South African street scene, titled 'Old Cape Town' by master South African artist James Yates. The artwork expertly captures the distinctive charm and subtle decay of an old town at the moment of dusk or dawn.

The expansive canvas measures 61 cm (Height) x 92 cm (Width). The artist uses warm, low light to dramatic effect, highlighting the textured façades of the Cape Dutch or late Victorian-style buildings that line the dusty street. Note the characteristic colours—faded blues, soft greens, and sun-baked yellows—that give the architecture a profound sense of place and history. The towering building on the right, bathed in warm light, creates a striking foreground element.

The scene is alive with subtle human activity: figures linger by shop entrances and walk down the road, lending an intimate, anecdotal quality to the urban landscape and enriching the narrative of this Cape Town art piece. The overhead telephone wires and vintage streetlight evoke a bygone era, making this a powerful piece of nostalgic South African art. This exquisitely painted piece is a stunning example of a James Yates oil painting, ideal for collectors of townscape paintings and those who appreciate the rich architectural heritage of the Western Cape or other historic South African towns. It’s a genuine statement piece that transports the viewer to a quieter, older time.

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