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Held in Line
We are delighted to announce a special exhibition at Hugo Modern & Contemporary, celebrating the work and legacy of Diane Victor’s annual workshop.
Held, in Line explores the dynamic exchange between one of South Africa’s most celebrated artists, Diane Victor, and 27 selected artists who participated in her Winter Workshops.
For five intensive days, participants gathered in an icy wine shed on the historic Muratie Wine Estate outside Stellenbosch...
Thu, 03 Sept25 Hofmeyr StWe invite you to an intimate exhibition viewing + Swanepoel Wines tasting at Hugo Modern & Contemporary, where the delicate ritual of tasting becomes a lens through which to experience contemporary art. Some of the artists involved in the poignant group show will be in attendance.
Sat, 12 Sept25 Hofmeyr StWe invite you to an intimate exhibition viewing + Lize Mouton Collection Tea tasting at Hugo Modern & Contemporary, where the quiet ritual of tea becomes a lens through which to experience contemporary art. Some of the artists involved in the poignant group show will be in attendance.
Hugo Modern & Contemporary is a project space and art collection advisory led by artist & curator Jeanne Hugo.
We offer Sound . Art . Advice .
With over 20 years of experience in the Local and International art world, I am committed to promoting and presenting only the finest Art & Objets d'Art to collectors, both Corporate and Private.
At Hugo Modern & Contemporary, Jeanne Hugo offers discreet, professional guidance to both private and corporate collectors. Whether you're starting a collection or refining an existing one, we help you source singular pieces or build cohesive groups of works that align with your budget, space, and vision.
We work independently across a wide network of artists, galleries, museums and auction houses to procure, exhibit, evaluate, or resell art with integrity and insight.
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ABOUT ME
I am a multidisciplinary artist who enjoys to curate, collect and help you collect great art.
I offer a full spectrum of art industry related services aimed to demystify the often intimidating art world.
You are invited to visit my home gallery to enjoy a warm introduction to a fine selection of art.
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R E T R O S P E C T I V E
In 2021, Art Curator Jeanne Hugo vd Merwe stumbled upon a handful of an artist’s works in a private collection. She was enchanted by it and determined to find more of this unsung master’s work, only to find him still alive and living mere blocks away from her own home. What she found was an illuminated collection of paintings made over decades of confinement...
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