Artists

From Albert Adams to Portia Zvavahera, Strauss & Co maintains a detailed database of every artist sold at auction since 2009. Whether it is painting, sculpture, works on paper, photography, ceramics or new media, this searchable database lists by artist every lot offered and provides aggregated data useful to collectors. Famous South African artists like William Kentridge, JH Pierneef, Alexis Preller and Irma Stern are introduced with helpful biographies along with the best contemporary artists.



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Frank (Francois) van Reenen

South African 1969- 


Frank van Reenen, residing in Cape Town and graduating with a fine art degree in 1993, is celebrated for his artworks that navigate the complex interplay of childhood innocence and depravity, blending sweet whimsy with dark cruelty. His pieces exude nostalgia for an idyllic suburban world and mask uncomfortable realities beneath their shiny veneer. Influenced by his childhood toys, he engages with South Africa's unique historical context, appealing to a broader global audience with his sardonic humor. Van Reenen has exhibited globally, received awards, been a finalist in the Absa L’Atelier competition, and completed high-profile public commissions. His work resides in private and public collections worldwide and is featured in international publications.


28 lots offered      96.43% sold      ZAR 581 422
 

  Including Premium and VAT Results include Buyer's Premium and VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Love-Knot
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 8 208
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Happy Days
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 5 863
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Death by Carrot-Boy
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 7 622
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Rain Taster II
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 7 622
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Petshop Girl
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 7 622
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Bored to Death Girl
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 9 967
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Skater Boy
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 8 208
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Public Farter
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 7 035
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Blue Dog on a Cloud
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 6 449
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Crying Cowboy No. 1
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 5 277
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Rain Taster
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 8 794
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Shy Girl
22 Feb 2021
Sold for ZAR 8 208
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT

Results in green indicate post sales.