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Archived: Strauss & Co Presents a Captivating Auction: Modern and Contemporary Art with a focus on Renowned Artist Alice Goldin

Posted on by Carla Spies

Strauss & Co, Africa’s leading art auction house, is delighted to announce its Modern and Contemporary Art timed online sale now live and open for bidding. This sale presents a diverse selection of over 400 artworks thoughtfully curated across four distinct sessions: Art Club, Impression/Expression and Re/View. The auction also features an homage to the legacy of Alice Goldin, a visionary artist whose work continues to inspire generations.

Archived: Works from important single-owner and contemporary art with museum pedigree lead Strauss & Co’s marquee spring sale

Posted on by Carla Spies

• Two curated art sales spanning over a century of art making
• Irma Stern’s Praying Arab from 1945 is highest value work
• Museum pedigree works by Nicholas Hlobo, William Kentridge and Berni Searle
• Seven paintings owned by collector Nedra Jooste on sale
• Strong modernist catalogue of Walter Battiss, Peter Clarke and Alexis Preller

Archived: Unseen Renoir from South African collection, recently authenticated in Paris, headlines Strauss & Co’s globe-spanning auction

Posted on by Carla Spies

• Recently authenticated Renoir owned by South African headlines special focus auction
• Auction features high-profile artists representing over 20 nations
• High-value painting by French street artist Mr Brainwash
• Focus on expatriate South Africans Albert Adams, Terrence McCaw and Enslin du Plessis

Archived: Scandinavian designers, French winemakers and a canonical South African painter charm buyers at Strauss & Co’s spring sales

Posted on by Carla Spies

• Irma Stern’s Praying Arab sells for R18.3 million/ $965 415
• Stern market remains strong amidst economic pressures
• Return to form by Cecil Skotnes and Johannes Meintjes
• Sold results achieved for mid-century Scandinavian furniture
• French producers shine in Bordeaux-themed wine sale

Revisiting the work of South African painter Lettie Gardiner in Strauss & Co’s diverse June online ART sale  

Posted on by Brooke Shafer

An impressive cross-section of South African art across a variety of mediums, periods and themes makes Strauss & Co’s June ART Online Sale a great opportunity for new and seasoned collectors to diversify their collections. 

Sweets & Fortified Wine Auction: a rich offering of vintage wines that have stood the test of time

Posted on by Brooke Shafer

Strauss & Co is thrilled to announce its annual Sweets & Fortified Wine Auction, showcasing a collection of vintage wines that epitomise excellence. This month’s auction also features an enticing array of new rarities in the Additional Finds session, promising enthusiasts an unparalleled opportunity to acquire exceptional bottles.