Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts, Jewellery and Fine Wine

Live Virtual Auction, 8 - 11 November 2020

South African Ceramics, Selected Prints and Multiples

Sold for

ZAR 28 450
Lot 507
  • William Kentridge; Espresso Cups and Saucers, six
  • William Kentridge; Espresso Cups and Saucers, six
  • William Kentridge; Espresso Cups and Saucers, six
  • William Kentridge; Espresso Cups and Saucers, six
  • William Kentridge; Espresso Cups and Saucers, six


Lot Estimate
ZAR 20 000 - 30 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 28 450

About this Item

South African 1955-
Espresso Cups and Saucers, six
2008

each cup signed and dated, each saucer signed, dated and numbered with a unique serial number

ceramic cups with silver mirrored glaze; ceramic saucers with transfer illustration
cup with saucer: height 6,5cm, diameter 12cm

Notes

This limited edition set was produced as part of the Illy Art Collection for Illy's 75th anniversary, with information booklet, in original presentation box. The anamorphic drawings by William Kentridge on the saucers are reflected in the mirrored cups, becoming moving images as one drinks one's coffee.

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