Strauss & Co presents a diverse range of photographers, highlighting the rich tradition of the medium. Our collection bridges historical and contemporary perspectives, encompassing both documentation and artistic vision. This includes genres such as conceptual photography, portraiture, and landscape. We feature work from documentary photographers like David Goldblatt and Pieter Hugo, as well as from those who challenge and subvert the medium, including Jane Alexander, Athi-Patra Ruga, and Zanele Muholi.
Auction Details
Current Timed Online Auction
August ART
Closes 2:00pm Mon, 17 Aug 2026 SAST : Add to Calendar
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Know the Value of Your Photography
Strauss & Co is well placed to offer expert appraisals for auction, private sale, probate, and insurance with a focus on South African and African Art. Our team of specialists are knowledgeable in modern, post-war, and contemporary art, design, furniture, fibre art, ceramics, silverware, watches, jewellery, and wine.
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Specialists
To book an appointment for a valuation, please contact: art@straussart.co.za
Cape Town
Elmarie van Straten
Head of Cape Town Art Department and Senior Art Specialist
Leigh Leyde
Senior Art Specialist
Johannesburg
Dr Alastair Meredith
Director
Head of Art Department
Senior Art Specialist and Senior Auctioneer
Wilhelm van Rensburg
Senior Art Specialist & Head Curator
Arisha Maharaj
Senior Art Specialist
Richard Ndimande
Art Researcher & Cataloguer
Regional
Ian Hunter
Senior Art Specialist
Marion Dixon
Senior Art Specialist
Catalogues
Buy on Auction with Strauss & Co
Strauss & Co holds five live virtual auctions and up to nine online-only auctions annually.
Categories handled include: art, decorative arts, furniture, jewellery and fine wine.
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