Khrōma: Reimagining Objet d’Art

At the heart of Khrōma lies an exploration of presence and perception—an inquiry into the layers of meaning, intensity, and resonance that shape our experience of art and the nature of objects. Deriving from the ancient root of “chroma”, which denotes the purity and saturation of colour, Khrōma transcends its literal meaning to evoke a conceptual richness: the quality by which form, material, and idea are imbued with depth and clarity.

This exhibition does not simply celebrate colour as a visual stimulus—it investigates chroma as a metaphor for the heightened states of awareness and sensitivity that art can awaken. Each work pulses with its own unique vibrational signature, a “saturation” of narratives, histories, and possibilities that challenge conventional boundaries and invite immersive engagement.

Khrōma is a reimagining of objet d’art that emphasises the tension and harmony between presence and absence, opacity and transparency, surface and depth. It is an invitation to experience objects not just as decorative artefacts but as dynamic vessels carrying layers of cultural, ecological, and conceptual significance.

Through the intersection of time-honoured craftsmanship and innovative experimentation, this collection gestures towards the multifaceted “colour” of our contemporary world—complex, vibrant, at times opaque, and always charged with meaning.

Ultimately, Khrōma reveals how the purity of an idea or material can saturate space and experience, transforming the everyday object into a profound encounter and reawakening our sense of wonder and connection.

A Diverse Array of Works to Discover

Within this dynamic collection, visitors encounter ceramic pieces, art prints, textiles, felted art, paintings, and intricate beadwork—all thoughtfully created to unite form, function, and profound meaning.

SITBOK — An Exceptional Felted Art Collaboration

Integral to Khrōma is SITBOK, a distinctive collaborative project between René Marais and Stephanie Bentum. Through a mindful process that repurposes wool and mohair waste, SITBOK offers felted creations that gently but firmly challenge the culture of fast fashion, marrying style with sustainability. These eco-conscious interior pieces, inspired by the whimsical spirit of a “sitting goat,” are as playful as they are purposeful—inviting fresh perspectives on sustainable design.