Although people of Indian origin have been present in South Africa since 1860, they are still objects of suspicion in the ‘New’ South Africa. In many quarters, they are accused of exploiting Africans and, in the past, collaborating with apartheid.
Mid 18th century Cape stinkwood and beefwood cupboard on stand. Upper section with gabled top and carved scroll centerpiece. Lower section fitted with a long drawer on barley twist legs and cross stretcher with center oval with star inlay of ebony and ivory.