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The Creation Altarpiece


The Creation Altarpiece
This piece is inspired by “The Lam Got” Altarpiece by Jan Van Eyck. The Creation Altarpiece is modeled in structure and theme on this great work. However, every Creation panel and every depiction has been interpreted in a meaningful way, relevant to the Hamburg community and their experiences.
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The Keiskamma Altarpiece


The Keiskamma Altarpiece
The Keiskamma Altarpiece uses the form and themes of The Isenheim Altarpiece to depict hope and redemption in the face of the HIV epidemic. It celebrates the strength of grandmothers who bear the responsibility for the children in these times. It stands 4.15 x 6.8 meters. (13.6 x 22.3 feet).
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The Keiskamma Tapestry


The Keiskamma Tapestry
The Keiskamma Tapestry, an exquisite embroidery done in the tradition of the world renowned Bayeux Tapestry, tells the intricate history of the Eastern Cape Frontier. Created by over 100 women from Hamburg and neighboring villages it represents a group interaction of understanding and relationship development in the region.
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The Keiskamma Art Project
The Keiskamma Art Project is a community initiative providing women with the skills, materials and training for the production of art and craftwork; a forum in which to generate income; and, support in establishing their own small enterprises.

Embroidery remains the soul of the Keiskamma Art Project. Over one hundred women are now highly skilled and many excellent works are being consistently produced. Many of the scenes depicted are inspired by local knowledge - depicting imagery ranging from the Nguni cattle that roam through Hamburg to joyful African angel cushions that ensure pleasant dreams!

In 2004 the Keiskamma Art project completed its first notable artwork, the Keiskamma Tapestry, which was first exhibited in the National Arts Festival 2004. This large embroidery measures 120 meters in length and is 0, 5 meters wide. The Keiskamma Tapestry is a visual portrayal of the history of the Eastern Cape focusing on the Xhosa people. The Keiskamma Tapestry is the first of a number of large-scale works made by the Keiskamma Art project.

The Keiskamma Art Project would like to thank the National Department of Arts and Culture, The National Arts Festival, The Eastern Cape Department of Arts and Culture, and all private donors and friends and family who have donated time and money to making the project the success that it is today.