Art for the Arch Auction for the Tutu Legacy Fund

Live Virtual Auction, 22 September 2021

Evening Sale
  • Nicolas Lehmann; Walking Man with Suitcase (Special Edition Desmond Tutu)
  • Nicolas Lehmann; Walking Man with Suitcase (Special Edition Desmond Tutu)
  • Nicolas Lehmann; Walking Man with Suitcase (Special Edition Desmond Tutu)
  • Nicolas Lehmann; Walking Man with Suitcase (Special Edition Desmond Tutu)
  • Nicolas Lehmann; Walking Man with Suitcase (Special Edition Desmond Tutu)


Lot Estimate
ZAR 75 000 - 100 000

About this Item

South African 1970-
Walking Man with Suitcase (Special Edition Desmond Tutu)
2021

edition 1/1; cast by Nicolas Lehmann Foundry, Cape Town

bronze with fuchsia patina
height: 96cm

Notes

Nicolas Lehmann is a self-taught South African sculptor, based in Cape Town, South Africa. Inspired by nature and people, Lehmann began his sculptural work in 1995 when he first mastered the technique of traditional blacksmithing. He has never ceased to forge, twist, and shape forms and figurines. His material medium has varied from recycled steel to bronze. In the last decade, Lehmann has opened his own foundry in his Cape Town studio. Lehmann recently exhibited at Art Capital (2020), The Grand Palais, Paris, and The International Art Fair in Monaco (2020).

Provenance

Donated by the artist. Courtesy of Nicolas Lehmann Gallery, Cape Town.

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