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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; Giraffe and flower vase with handles
Giraffe and flower vase with handles
25 Jun 2026
Starting at ZAR 6 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Wild cat, flower and corn vase with handles
Wild cat, flower and corn vase with handles
25 Jun 2026
Sold for ZAR 9 610
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Lizard bowl
Lizard bowl
25 Jun 2026
Sold for ZAR 6 007
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Sable tureen
Sable tureen
25 Jun 2026
Starting at ZAR 18 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; King fisher lidded vessel
King fisher lidded vessel
25 Jun 2026
Sold for ZAR 4 805
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Lizard tureen
Lizard tureen
25 Jun 2026
Starting at ZAR 7 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Pair of warthog candle holders
Pair of warthog candle holders
25 Jun 2026
Sold for ZAR 5 766
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Pair of scorpion salt and pepper shakers
Pair of scorpion salt and pepper shakers
25 Jun 2026
Sold for ZAR 1 202
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Cow and monkey candle holder
Cow and monkey candle holder
25 Jun 2026
Starting at ZAR 8 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Blue elephant vase
Blue elephant vase
25 Jun 2026
Starting at ZAR 4 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Chameleon lidded vessel
Chameleon lidded vessel
25 Jun 2026
Starting at ZAR 8 000
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Ardmore Ceramic Studio; Lion teapot
Lion teapot
25 Jun 2026
Starting at ZAR 4 000
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