Hylton Nel
Things Made Over Time
Things Made Over Time is the third monograph on South African artist-potter Hylton Nel’s work, presenting a selection of works from the 1960s to 2024. From his early days in Antwerp to his studio in Calitzdorp, Nel’s ceramics – plates, bowls, vases and sculptures – embody a unique voice in contemporary ceramics.
Featuring a foreword by Kim Jones, who paid tribute to Nel in his Dior Summer 2025 menswear collection, and a photographic series by Pieter Hugo, this book explores Nel’s vast inspirations, from Staffordshire pottery to Tang Dynasty China, as well as his home filled with objects and books.
With insights from Nel’s own words and an essay by art historian Tamar Garb, who highlights his whimsical cats as symbolic witnesses, Things Made Over Time captures Nel’s blend of humour, critique and timeless tradition. A must-have for collectors and lovers of contemporary ceramics.
Published by Hurtwood Press & Stevenson | 2025
Softcover, 212 pages | ISBN 978-0-903696-94-4 | Price: R1 400
