Senechal-Senekal Art Gallery
Senechal-Senekal Art Gallery
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 12:45 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Senechal-Senekal is an exclusive art gallery in the Western Cape of South Africa. Our renowned South African born and raised Artist Junaid Senechal-Senekal’s work may only be viewed and purchased from the Senechal-Senekal Art Gallery.
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- Alex G2 contributionsBest Gallery In South Africa!!!My wife and I were traveling in South Africa for our honeymoon and were fortunate to walk into this gallery. The artwork is amazing and immediately blew us away. We worked with the galley to commission custom artwork from photos we took while on safari. They are now hanging in our home and we are blow away with the level of detail and accuracy to the original photos. Communication was great and shipping to the USA was easy and the art came in perfect condition.Visited February 2023Travelled with familyWritten 22 October 2023
- Safari527658968511 contributionPaintings dreams are made of...We first bought from Junaid in 2013 when the service and the paintings were both fantastic. Our latest purchase was a commission for our new house and again the professionalism, quality of service and the paintings were simply amazing. We are extremely happy with all aspects of our dealings and will highly recommend Junaid and his paintings.Visited November 2023Travelled on businessWritten 30 November 2023
- Howard RFeldkirch, Austria3 contributionsAn amazing journeyWe were guided to the gallery on the basis that Junaid was willing to walk with his clients, visiting their home to get a sense of the space and then creating a piece of art embodying the spirit of what he heard and saw. Junaid produced a personal masterpiece for us, integrating the colours and stories. The piece captures all that we could hope for and his striking silvering technique creates a dancing heaven above our abstracted thoughts.Visited December 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 31 December 2023
- Garth T1 contributionPrivate Commissions PortraitsCommissioning Junaid for three portrait artworks over a span of two years has been an absolute delight. His mastery of the silver technique is truly remarkable, resulting in artworks that exude life and emotion. The portraits he created for my family and me are incredibly captivating, as if they have a voice of their own. Junaid's ability to bring the subjects to life is truly extraordinary, making each artwork feel alive and engaging. What sets Junaid apart is not just his immense talent but also his professionalism and commitment to meeting deadlines. Despite making last-minute commissions before his travels, Junaid managed to complete and deliver the artworks on the same day as his departure. This level of dedication and efficiency is commendable, and it speaks volumes about Junaid's commitment to his craft and his clients. I am immensely grateful to Junaid for his exceptional work and would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a talented artist who goes above and beyond. The portraits he creates are not just mere representations but true reflections of life, love, and emotion. Junaid's artworks will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression and bring joy to anyone fortunate enough to experience them.Visited December 2023Travelled soloWritten 19 January 2024
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Tasneem Jacobs
1 contribution
Mar 2020 • Family
If you’re visiting Franschhoek for the day, for a weekend or even for a few hours, I would highly recommmend that you stop by at the Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery. You will be blown away at the creative, authentic and beautiful art pieces. The Secret Silver technique, is a unique technique derived by the artist himself, Junaid & this can be seen in his breathtaking works of art. As an ex-ballerina, Junaid’s Balerina Paintings stood out specifying for me. The attention to detail, creativity and movement captured is definitely worth a see (or better yet, worth a buy!).
Written 6 March 2020
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review! Hope to see you again soon. Junaid
Written 11 March 2020
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JuliaSE_0901
Austria521 contributions
Feb 2020
The first time we drove to Franschhoek in 2015, we couldn´t but stop at Junaid´s art gallery and we are not even really into art that much. But his special way of painting/art in general, making the animals so alive, although it´s all in silver, gold, etc. simply amazing. Well everytime we return to South Africa we have to visit Junaid and get another painting. We have a total of 4 commission paintings (from pictures we took in the bush) in our home by now and there will be more for sure! His art is so unique you have to love it!
Written 27 February 2020
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Charlene Uys
Franschhoek, South Africa3 contributions
Sept 2020 • Friends
Definitely a gem of a gallery with a WOW factor! Junaid's modern artworks are very unique with a feeling of luxury and keeps you captivated with his special silver technique that is quite fascinating with a surprise element when viewed from different angles. Photos do not give justice to his art since one can't really capture the depth and dimensions. A lot of his personality are being portrayed or shows in some of the works. The personalities of the animals are beautifully captured in his animal paintings. Some works are vibrant and bold and lively, but somehow you still sense a feeling of tranquility in his creations. Indeed a versatile artist, so you will definitely find something suitable for each room of your house or corporate space. His ballerina paintings gives you a feeling of excitement...you almost wanna dance along. Gracious and stylish.
Written 6 October 2020
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ZaheerKDr
Johannesburg, South Africa2 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
It's rare that you find a unique take on art in the place you least expect to find it. Besides his artistic genius Junaid is a humble and wonderful person whose personality shines right through his beautiful art.
He is a breath of fresh art in the pollution of modern art
He is a breath of fresh art in the pollution of modern art
Written 8 March 2020
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This is such a heartfelt review, thank you so much, Junaid
Written 10 March 2020
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Megan
5 contributions
Jul 2022 • Friends
This art gallery is truly incredible, with jaw dropping artwork that makes you feel alive. The artist/staff are extremely friendly and available to share details or answer any questions. I love bringing my friends and family here whenever I am in the area and would highly recommend this art gallery. Hands down an amazing experience as soon as you walk through the door.
Written 17 July 2022
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Dean
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Apr 2022
Visited the Senechal-Senekal Art Gallery in Franschhoek in April and was blown away by some of the amazing art pieces on display. The Artist Junaid was also at the Gallery and was amazing to chat to him about some of the artwork and hear the stories behind them.
Worth checking this place out if you are in Franschhoek he also has a website where you can view and buy his artwork.
Worth checking this place out if you are in Franschhoek he also has a website where you can view and buy his artwork.
Written 24 June 2022
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Junaid Essa
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Mar 2020 • Friends
Go and visit this mind-blowing art gallery. You will not regret it- whether you’re into art or not, whether you want to purchase or just view. The art displayed is amazing and each piece is unique. The town of Franschhoek is just as beautiful. Any day would be perfect to pick up a drink, something to eat and then roam around the magestic Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery!
Written 7 March 2020
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This is amazing, thank you so much for your kind words! Junaid
Written 10 March 2020
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R3054HNshannonh
22 contributions
Apr 2021
No visit to Franschhoek is complete without stopping in at Senechal-Senekal. This gallery is especially recommended for collectors who appreciate fresh perspectives on African art. Junaid is a masterful painter and his distinctive style captures light and motion in ways that few other artists can. Make sure you set aside enough time to immerse yourself in Junaid's breathtaking works and view them from different angles.
Written 30 April 2021
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Thank you Shannon, I look forward to see you in the gallery again.
Written 14 October 2021
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FaaghirRasdien
1 contribution
Mar 2020 • Solo
I am no art expert but there is just something about Junaids art work that draws me in. I am able to immerse myself in it and see each and every layer of it.
It is absolutely beautiful and hope to have a piece of his one day inshaAllah.
It is absolutely beautiful and hope to have a piece of his one day inshaAllah.
Written 5 March 2020
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Jenni Traut
1 contribution
Nov 2020
What an absolute privilege and honour to have met with this incredibly talented man as well as visit the inspiring Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery in Franschhoek and to top it all off to actually see behind the scenes in his art studio where all the magic happens.
His passion and drive to impact this world and create a global awareness of the beauty of our planet transcends through every creation and artwork that he is inspired to paint. With a mission to create an awareness of creation and some of our very endangered species across the globe.
I have been watching his journey for many years now and he is just such an inspiration to me and to so many. His transformation through the years has been phenomenal. Junaid always answers the clients brief with excellence and his business ethic is superb.
His interaction with the animals he paints really brings them to life in his paintings. He actually physically interacts with many of them before painting them and so there is such an authenticity to his work.
Not only is Junaid a gifted artist but he is the most generous loving and kind man and his truth is revealed through his art. He has generously donated many paintings to our Annual Auction for our NPO which has raised much needed funding that contributes towards enabling us to do the community outreach which we do in our Paarl valley. He also gives back to many wildlife organisations and the community around him.
When next you visit the Franschhoek Valley be sure to pop into Junaid’s Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery, or go online to check out his work on jssartgallery.com
it is an absolute must see.
Kind regards
Jenni Cubitt
His passion and drive to impact this world and create a global awareness of the beauty of our planet transcends through every creation and artwork that he is inspired to paint. With a mission to create an awareness of creation and some of our very endangered species across the globe.
I have been watching his journey for many years now and he is just such an inspiration to me and to so many. His transformation through the years has been phenomenal. Junaid always answers the clients brief with excellence and his business ethic is superb.
His interaction with the animals he paints really brings them to life in his paintings. He actually physically interacts with many of them before painting them and so there is such an authenticity to his work.
Not only is Junaid a gifted artist but he is the most generous loving and kind man and his truth is revealed through his art. He has generously donated many paintings to our Annual Auction for our NPO which has raised much needed funding that contributes towards enabling us to do the community outreach which we do in our Paarl valley. He also gives back to many wildlife organisations and the community around him.
When next you visit the Franschhoek Valley be sure to pop into Junaid’s Sénéchal-Senekal Art Gallery, or go online to check out his work on jssartgallery.com
it is an absolute must see.
Kind regards
Jenni Cubitt
Written 1 November 2020
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