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Ruth Levy

South African 1924-2017 

Ruth Levy was born in Johannesburg and began her formal art training at the Johannesburg Technical College. She later moved to London, where she lived and worked for seven years. Upon returning to South Africa, she taught at several institutions including the Johannesburg Art School, the University of the Witwatersrand and the Braamfontein Study Centre, in addition to offering private instruction.

Levy has exhibited her work both nationally and internationally, and her works are held in private collections around the world.

15 lots offered      26.67% sold      ZAR 52 763

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Ruth Levy; Abstract Composition in Blue, two
Abstract Composition in Blue, two
11 Jun 2018
Sold for ZAR 2 345
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Ruth Levy; Anna Livia Plurabella and Friends
Anna Livia Plurabella and Friends
22 Feb 2016
ZAR 3 000 - 4 000
 
Ruth Levy; Anna Livia Plurabella and Friends
Anna Livia Plurabella and Friends
27 Jul 2015
ZAR 4 000 - 6 000