{"id":16271,"date":"2026-05-20T10:46:39","date_gmt":"2026-05-20T08:46:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.antonsmit.co.za\/?p=16271"},"modified":"2026-05-29T11:05:30","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T09:05:30","slug":"art-heart-and-hope-in-moment-ii-at-the-2026-cape-wine-auction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/justdodev.co.za\/antsmi\/art-heart-and-hope-in-moment-ii-at-the-2026-cape-wine-auction\/","title":{"rendered":"Art, Heart, and Hope: \u201cIn Moment II\u201d at the 2026 Cape Wine Auction"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There is a profound alchemy that occurs when art, community, and a shared purpose converge. This past February, against the historic and sun-drenched backdrop of the <\/span>Nederburg Wine Estate<\/b> in Paarl, that alchemy was on full display.<\/span><\/p>\n

The <\/span>Cape Wine Auction 2026<\/b> was not merely a gathering of wine aficionados; it was a testament to the power of collective generosity. We are humbled and thrilled to share that the event raised a staggering <\/span>R10.6 million<\/b>, all of which will be dedicated to the education and social upliftment of children within the Cape Winelands through the Cape Wine Auction Trust.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Power of a Moment<\/span><\/h2>\n

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Central to this year\u2019s contribution from the Anton Smit Studio was the auctioning of <\/span>“<\/b>In Moment II<\/b><\/a>“<\/b>, a life-size bronze sculpture. Standing nearly two metres tall, this figure, with its arms outstretched in a gesture of transcendence and vulnerability, found a new home for a remarkable <\/span>R650,000<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

For Anton, the “In Moment” series has always been about the “now”, the intersection of the physical and the spiritual. To see this work contribute so significantly to the future of the youth in our winelands is a beautiful full circle. Art, in its truest form, should serve as a bridge; here, it bridged the gap between creative expression and tangible, life-changing support for those who need it most.<\/span><\/p>\n

A Celebration of Spirit<\/span><\/h2>\n

The weekend was a whirlwind of energy that “never dipped,” as described by the auction\u2019s directors. From the rhythmic performances by <\/span>Mi Casa<\/b> and <\/span>Lloyiso<\/b> that kept the spirit high to the intense bidding wars for once-in-a-lifetime experiences, the atmosphere was one of joy and determination.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is an honour for the Anton Smit Studio to be part of an initiative that has now raised over <\/span>R152 million<\/b> since its inception in 2014. We believe that art is the “crown of God\u2019s creation,” and using it to empower the next generation is the highest calling an artist can answer.<\/span><\/p>\n

What\u2019s Next: Art in Bloom<\/span><\/h2>\n

As we celebrate the success of the Cape Wine Auction, the journey of art continues across the Cape and beyond. We invite you to experience the dialogue between form and nature at our ongoing exhibitions:<\/span><\/p>\n