Cheetah Plains in Sabi Sands Private Game Reserve, South Africa, displays some of Africa’s most celebrated art. Each Plains House villa at Cheetah Plains has been personally curated by Cheetah Plains owner, Japie van Niekerk, and showcases immense artistic talent for guests to enjoy. The Cheetah Plains Art Collection is an evolving project, with new works being added. This is undoubtedly the exclusive safari destination of choice for art lovers.

In between your safari adventures at Cheetah Plains,  there is much art to appreciate at the lodge. These are some of the artists featured in the Cheetah Plains Art Collection:

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CONOR MCCREEDY
Vibrant brushwork features the distinctive “Mccreedy Blue” – a trademark element of the artist’s oeuvre, and a colour Mccreedy associates with intelligence, unity and stability. His impressive depiction of the Mapogo Brotherhood lion pride is displayed in the formal dining room in the Mapogo House villa at Cheetah Plains. 

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AREND ELOFF

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GAIL CATLIN

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GREATJOY NLOVU

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LIONEL SMIT

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LOYISO MKIZE

OTHER ARTISTS

The collection also showcases pieces by Angus TaylorOlantunji Sanusi, Solomon Omogboye, Vladimir Tretchikoff, Jacobus Hendrik Pierneef, Gert Potgieter, Bambolwami Sibiya, Galia Gluckman, Malcolm Solomon, Mandy Coppes Martin, Azael Langa, Freida Lock, Janko de Beer, Robyn Field, Jan Tshikhuthula-Makhulu and Sizwe Khoza.

Accommodation at Cheetah Plains

Exclusive-use Plains House villas make sublime bush homes for small private groups and families. The houses integrate effortlessly with the surrounding wilderness. Each designer-crafted house offers sumptuous, king-bedded suites; formal lounge and living room; dining area; expansive sun deck, day bed and heated swimming pool; wine gallery and chef’s kitchen. Each house accommodates up to 8 guests.

Mail us to book your stay at Cheetah Plains or elsewhere in South Africa, or speak to us on +27 21 797 7122.