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Cape Dutch Houses and Other Old Favourites – A beautifully illustrated exploration of South Africa’s iconic Cape Dutch architectural heritage, featuring stunning photography, historical insights, and celebrated old Cape homes.
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Cape Dutch Houses and Other Old Favourites by Phillida Brooke Simons is a visually striking celebration of one of South Africa’s most admired architectural traditions. Published by Fernwood Press in 2000, this attractive large-format paperback combines historical narrative with exceptional colour photography by Alain Proust, presenting a rich overview of the elegant Cape Dutch homes that have become symbolic of the Western Cape’s cultural landscape.
Cape Dutch Houses and Other Old Favourites explores a variety of historic homesteads, manor houses, farmsteads, and heritage properties across the Cape, examining their architectural features, historical context, and enduring influence on South African identity and design. Readers are taken through whitewashed gables, thatched roofs, grand entrances, period interiors, and landscaped estates, all captured in vivid detail. The accompanying text provides insight into the settlers, families, and communities that shaped these remarkable buildings over centuries.
This title appeals strongly to collectors of Africana, South African history, architecture, interior design, heritage conservation, and coffee-table books. Cape Dutch Houses and Other Old Favourites is equally suitable as a decorative display volume for homes, guest lodges, wine estates, or hospitality venues with a Cape or colonial aesthetic. The photography throughout is beautifully composed, making this an enjoyable browsing book as well as a valuable reference work for enthusiasts of Cape Dutch architecture.
A desirable addition for collectors of South African cultural and architectural publications, particularly titles focusing on the Cape Winelands, Stellenbosch, Constantia, Tulbagh, and other historic regions associated with classic Cape Dutch design.
Condition – Very Good
2000 paperback edition in very good condition. Covers remain clean and attractive with minimal shelf wear. Internally clean and well preserved. Would present near fine overall were it not for a prior ownership inscription in ink on the front endpaper.
