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From Albert Adams to Portia Zvavahera, the Strauss & Co artist database includes every modern and contemporary artist sold at auction since 2009. Find an artist by name to explore their full auction history. Every work is listed across painting, sculpture, works on paper, photography, ceramics or new media, with aggregated price data useful to collectors.

Spanning South African and international visual artists, the database features famous artists such as William Kentridge, JH Pierneef, Alexis Preller and Irma Stern, each with detailed biographies and complete auction records.



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Ardmore Ceramic Studio

South African 20th/21st Century 


Ardmore, a luxury South African brand founded by Fée Halsted in 1985, is a ceramic studio that collaborates with over 70 African artists. The brand's uniqueness stems from its strong family values and commitment to authenticity, which are embodied in the spirit of Ubuntu. The ceramic works produced by Ardmore's artists have earned recognition as modern-day collectables, with pieces featured at renowned auction houses such as Christie's, Bonhams, and Sotheby's. Their masterworks are also housed in prestigious art galleries and private collections around the world. Drawing inspiration from the artists' distinctive ceramic motifs, Ardmore Design has created a vibrant and elegant range of fabric collections for home decor, which have become highly sought after by interior designers. Our collaboration with Cole & Son has further expanded Ardmore's reach, with exquisite wallpaper ranges that capture the essence of African artistry. Additionally, Ardmore's style is reflected in our fashion collections, featuring immaculate scarves that bring the brand's signature motifs to life in wearable art. Ardmore has collaborated with the renowned French fashion house Hermès, further cementing its reputation for iconic, exquisite imagery.


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287 lots offered      49.83% sold      ZAR 1 552 341

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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Fish and flower bowl
Fish and flower bowl
10 Feb 2026
ZAR 4 000 - 5 000
 
Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Crocodile and fish platter
Crocodile and fish platter
10 Feb 2026
Sold for ZAR 4 685
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Birds plate
Birds plate
10 Feb 2026
Starting at ZAR 3 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Jug with elephant and floral decoration
Jug with elephant and floral decoration
9 Feb 2026
Sold for ZAR 2 343
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Jug with zebra and aloe decoration
Jug with zebra and aloe decoration
9 Feb 2026
ZAR 3 000 - 4 000
 
Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Teapot with zebra and floral decoration
Teapot with zebra and floral decoration
9 Feb 2026
Sold for ZAR 3 514
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Vase decorated with blue elephants and proteas
Vase decorated with blue elephants and proteas
9 Feb 2026
Sold for ZAR 14 053
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Ardmore Ceramic Studio; African Travellers, two
African Travellers, two
13 Jan 2026
Sold for ZAR 50 000
Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Lidded vessel with winged figures and flowers
Lidded vessel with winged figures and flowers
13 Jan 2026
Starting at ZAR 60 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Palm tree and animal candle holder
Palm tree and animal candle holder
13 Jan 2026
Starting at ZAR 40 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Pelican lidded vessel
Pelican lidded vessel
13 Jan 2026
Starting at ZAR 50 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Pair of ceramic candle holders, two
Pair of ceramic candle holders, two
13 Jan 2026
Sold for ZAR 36 038
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT

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