This October, 2021, we are honoured to present Art, Life and Love: The Collection of Nwabisa Xayiya, a single owner auction showcasing the cultivated taste and style of Nwabisa Xayiya.
The auction offers examples by great modernists as well as exciting contemporary pieces. Notable is a selection of work by George Pemba. There is also a set of impressive urban scenes and portraits by Gerard Sekoto, a rarely seen Alexis Preller, a glorious Robert Hodgins, and varied examples of Dumile Feni’s work. Within the contemporary offering, there are outstanding works by Blessing Ngobeni, Sam Nhlengethwa, William Kentridge, Teresa Firmino, Athi-Patra Ruga, Kudzanai Chiurai, Nelson Makamo, Owusu-Ankomah and Nicholas Hlobo.
Lot 61 - Vitshois Mwilambwe Bondo (Democratic Republic Of Congo 1981-)
Sold for R79,660
Lot 64 - Phillemon Hlungwani (South Africa 1975-)
Sold for R147,940
Lot 84 - Edoardo Villa (Italy/South Africa 1915-2011)
Sold for R295,880
Lot 85 - Eugene Labuschagne (South Africa 1921-1990)
Sold for R25,036