Artists

From Albert Adams to Portia Zvavahera, Strauss & Co maintains a detailed database of every artist sold at auction since 2009. Whether it is painting, sculpture, works on paper, photography, ceramics or new media, this searchable database lists by artist every lot offered and provides aggregated data useful to collectors. Famous South African artists like William Kentridge, JH Pierneef, Alexis Preller and Irma Stern are introduced with helpful biographies along with the best contemporary artists.



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Frank (Francois) van Reenen

South African 1969- 


Frank van Reenen, residing in Cape Town and graduating with a fine art degree in 1993, is celebrated for his artworks that navigate the complex interplay of childhood innocence and depravity, blending sweet whimsy with dark cruelty. His pieces exude nostalgia for an idyllic suburban world and mask uncomfortable realities beneath their shiny veneer. Influenced by his childhood toys, he engages with South Africa's unique historical context, appealing to a broader global audience with his sardonic humor. Van Reenen has exhibited globally, received awards, been a finalist in the Absa L’Atelier competition, and completed high-profile public commissions. His work resides in private and public collections worldwide and is featured in international publications.


36 lots offered      97.22% sold      ZAR 767 604
 

  Including Premium and VAT Results include Buyer's Premium and VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Shy Girl
10 Jun 2024
Sold for ZAR 23 450
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Rain Taster
10 Jun 2024
Sold for ZAR 19 933
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Pet Shop Girl
10 Jun 2024
Sold for ZAR 10 553
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Rain Taster
13 May 2024
Sold for ZAR 64 488
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Selfie
13 May 2024
Sold for ZAR 18 760
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Rain Taster
19 Mar 2024
Sold for ZAR 281 400
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; His Mistresses' Legs
14 Aug 2023
Sold for ZAR 4 104
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Die Bad
7 Nov 2022
Sold for ZAR 43 244
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Bored 2 Death Girl
28 Jun 2022
Sold for ZAR 5 628
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Public Farter
28 Jun 2022
Sold for ZAR 7 622
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; The Touristed
28 Jun 2022
Sold for ZAR 7 622
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Frank (Francois) van Reenen; Death of Cute
25 Apr 2022
Sold for ZAR 9 967
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT

Results in green indicate post sales.