19th Century, Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art

Live Virtual Auction, 28 June 2022

19th Century, Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art Part I
About the Session

Strauss & Co's latest live virtual sale takes place on Tuesday 28 June 2022 and includes three sessions of fine art, including a session devoted entirely to Abstract Art created in South Africa. The 308 lots available to browse, bid and buy in these curated sessions include prints, works on paper, paintings, sculptures, ceramics and books.

The first session offers Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art with a focus on Prints and Multiples, Works on Paper, Sculpture and Ceramics (lots 1 - 88).


Sold for

ZAR 2 345
Lot 81
  • Bheki Sibiya; Injongo Enhle Ithungélebandla (The Light)
  • Bheki Sibiya; Injongo Enhle Ithungélebandla (The Light)


Lot Estimate
ZAR 2 000 - 3 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 2 345

About this Item

South African 1996-
Injongo Enhle Ithungélebandla (The Light)

signed, dated 2021, numbered 4/5, and inscribed with the title in pencil in the margin

linocut and screenprint
image size: 61 by 42,5cm; sheet size: 71 by 50cm, unframed

Notes

'My work is about the important role Desmund Tutu has played in our country during the era of oppression. He was then and remains a beacon of hope for others; spiritually empowering our people with God's glory, and being the light during those very dark days.' –Bheki Sibiya

Bheki Sibiya is a South African artist born and raised on the East Rand, Katlehong. He completed his third year at Artist Proof Studio in 2020. Sibiya participated in various projects affiliated with the Special Projects Unit at Artist Proof Studio, which is involved in a number of corporate commissions including work for Bidvest Bank and Hogan Lovell.

Proceeds from the sale of this lot will go to the Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation.

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