As South Africa’s leading art auctioneers, Strauss & Co’s sales surface a wide-array of exceptional artworks with leading figures in South Africa’s art canon such as William Kentridge, Irma Stern and Gerard Sekoto often featuring.
For collectors the auction is not to be missed, but even for those who are not looking to bid, Strauss’ expert-led walkabouts offer the public a rare opportunity to see museum-grade works. The walkabouts at 11:00 on Sat, May 24 and Sun, May 25 have the added benefit of insights from the curators deepening the experience and engagement with the artworks.
Lady from the Orient leads the sale at an estimated R5–7 million. The work exemplifies Tretchikoff’s eastern influence and Hollywood glitz, and its moody and deep colours still mesmerise today. It stands among the most replicated and sought-after of Tretchikoff’s works, highlighting his ability to infuse glamour with cultural complexity.
All works for the auction will be on exhibition in Strauss & Co’s display for viewing from Mon, May 12. In conjunction with this Strauss & Co will exhibit a selection of works, including Lady from the Orient and Tretchikoff’s Springboks vs Wales, at the RMB Latitudes Art Fair from Fri, 23 May – Sun, 25 May.
Schedule at a glance
Live auction: Tue, May 27 at 19:00Online auction: Mon, May 12 – Tue, May 27
Walkabouts: Sat, May 24 and Sun, May 25 at 11:00
Latitudes preview: Fri, May 23 from 12:00 – 19:00; Sat, May 24 from 10:00 –19:00; Sun, May 25 from 10:00 – 17:00
In addition, the works will be available for viewing at Strauss & Co's Houghton showroom (89 Central Street, Houghton Estate) from Mon – Fri from 09:00 –16:00.
Africa Gold and glittering gems
If Tretchikoff’s work got you in the mood for luxury, Strauss & Co’s Africa Gold and Grand Edition auctions have you covered with lustrous gold, ornate jewels and master craftsmanship on display.The Africa Gold auction runs from Fri, May 16 – Mon, May 26 with bidding taking place online. With a special focus on all things gold, including six pieces by renowned Ghanaian jeweller Emefa Cole (who recently designed Lauryn Hill’s jewellery for the Met Gala), collectors won’t want to miss this.
Strauss then sparkles it up with their live virtual auction The Grand Edition on Mon, May 26 at 19:00 with a plethora of precious gems and rare diamonds.
The jewellery will be on display over the weekend of Sat, May 24 – Sun, May 25. Apart from this display, viewings are by appointment only. Contact kim@straussart.co.za.
