Hannes MEIRING (1934 – 2010)
Sacks Hotel, Main Road, Mayfair Fordsburg
1982
watercolour on paper
21 x 26.5 cm
Voorsitters; Sauk Raad: 1985 – 1989: Dr Brand Fourie
Hoppelperdjie
Kersboom
BIOGRAPHY
Johannes Meiring, born in 1934 in Potchefstroom and educated in Cape Town and Munich, was a pivotal figure in the preservation of South Africa’s [settler/colonial] architectural heritage.
Through his sketches and paintings, he captured South Africa’s landscapes and urban scenes and highlighted the significance of its historic buildings. He campaigned for Pretoria’s Church Square to be saved from demolition and oversaw the restoration of several structures, including the Old Council Chambers and the Erasmus Castle in Pretoria East. In 1984, Meiring co-founded the architectural firm Van der Lecq & Meiring, which left an indelible mark on South Africa’s built environment. The firm’s projects, such as the expansion of Cape Town’s Parliament and the restoration of Johannesburg’s City Hall, showcased Meiring’s commitment to blending modern design with historical preservation.