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Previously on the lower level of Bram Fischer Centre, Russell Kaplan's eclectic new showroom is a fabulous, two-storey space that's beautifully curated and a joy to explore. Visitors will find artworks by both celebrated and emerging artists, interesting antiques, fine watches and jewellery, and designer shoes and handbags. Add historic furniture and rare and quirky collectables to the mix, and you've got a wonderland for curious minds and keen collectors alike.
Whether you're a seasoned bidder, a first-time homeowner looking to add something special to your space, or simply a lover of exquisite things, this auction offers the perfect starting point. The prices at Russell Kaplan's Wunderkammer auction range from objects worth a few hundred rands to artwork costing tens of thousands.
View the whole auction and see what's on offer, register, and bid live via the user-friendly, interactive online bidding space, bidlive.rkauctioneers.co.za, or download the free Russell Kaplan Auctioneers app via Google Play or the App Store.
Worth the visit: Russell Kaplan's new showroom
Photo: Johannesburg In Your Pocket.
Visiting Russell Kaplan's new showroom was a delightful experience, with swoon-worthy items filling up every available space. Yet what stands out immediately is that these have so much more breathing room than Russell Kaplan's old showroom, allowing you to truly appreciate what's on offer. Everywhere you look, the team has created colourful tableaus with meticulous care and flair to show everything off to brilliant effect. This not only gives you a sense of the incredible variety on auction, but also the myriad styling possibilities and aesthetic choices that await you.
It's wonderful to see themed spaces in the new showroom. Upstairs, a decidedly more sparse, dedicated gallery area lets the artworks on auction take centre stage. It is bright and light-filled, and a lovely contrast to the more densely packed downstairs area where you will find many larger items of furniture, including wooden cabinets and couches. Back upstairs, there's a dreamy bookshelf set in what looks like the perfect reading nook, while many of the smaller collectables – from Wedgwood ceramics to Murano glassware – line custom-built shelves. Here too, you'll find the selection of clothing, designer handbags, jewellery, and watches on offer.
We highly recommend heading through to get a feel for the scale and size of the items on sale. On our visit ahead of the launch event (Jul 15, 2025), we spent almost two hours exploring and still left feeling like there were many stones unturned. We recommend popping in when you have plenty of time. Beware: If you're someone unused to buying on auction, this brilliant space might just convert you.
You can view the items going under the hammer at Russell Kaplan's new showroom at 256 Oak Avenue, Corner Republic Road, Ferndale, Randburg.
EVENING PREVIEW TIMES
Wed, Jul 16 from 16:30 – 20:00, pop in for some bubbly.
DAYTIME PREVIEW TIMES
Tue, Jul 15 – Fri, Jul 18 from 09:30 – 16:30 and Sat, Jul 19 from 09:30 – 13:00.
Sessions and times
During the auction, lots go at around 50 per hour, so check lot numbers for items you want to secure. Note: Check Russell Kaplan Auctioneers' website for any changes.
SESSION 1: THU, JUL 17, 09:00 – 18:00
Antique Paintings and Prints, Maps, Botanical Art, and Traditional European Art
SESSION 2: Fri, Jul 18, 09:00 – 18:00
Contemporary Decorative Art and Township Art
SESSION 3: Sat, Jul 19, 09:00 – 19:00
Objects of Vertu, Silver, Glassware, Porcelain, and Collectables
SESSION 4: Sun, Jul 20, 09:00 – 20:00
Objects of Vertu, Silver, Glassware, Porcelain, and Collectables
SESSION 5: Mon, Jul 21, 09:00 – 18:30
Collectables, Curiosities, Decor, and Design
SESSION 6: Tue, Jul 22, 09:00 – 14:00
Collectables and Curiosities
SESSION 7: Wed, Jul 23, 09:00 – 15:00
Books
SESSION 8: Wed, Jul 23, 15:00 – 19:00
Carpets, Tapestries, and Textiles
SESSION 9: Thu, Jul 24, 09:00 – 15:00
Silver, Collectables, and Costume Jewellery
SESSION 10: Thu, Jul 24, 15:00 – 18:00
Fine Watches, Pocket Watches and Luxury Pens
SESSION 11: Fri, Jul 25, 09:00 – 16:00
Fine Gold, Antique and Collectable Jewellery
SESSION 12: Fri, Jul 25, 16:00 – 20:30
Vintage and Designer Shoes, Bags and Accessories
SESSION 13: Sat, Jul 26, 09:00 – 13:00
Classical African and Asian Art, Ceramics
SESSION 14: Sat, Jul 26, 13:00 – 16:30
Modern and Postmodern Paintings, Drawings, Prints, and Sculptures
SESSION 15: Sun, Jul 27, 09:00 – 19:00
Antique Furniture, Mid Century Design, Mirrors, Light Fittings, and Collectables
How to bid in an online Russell Kaplan auction
Pre-bids can be placed online before the sale. Bidding is then hosted live online over several days. Registration to bid in the auction is open online at rkauctioneers.co.za where you can browse all the items going on sale.
Online pre-bids and live online bids are treated equally, so rest assured if nobody bids over your pre-bid during the live session, the lot is yours. After submitting a successful bid, you'll receive your auction invoice by email so you can arrange payments and collection.
You can request further images of any items you might be interested in and consult directly with the Russell Kaplan team by emailing rka@global.co.za or sending a WhatsApp to +27 83 675 8468.
