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"Amos Letsoalo is the curator of the Polokwane Museum in Limpopo, a conservationist and has presided as a national judge for the Absa Atelier Award. Letsoalo’s work resides in the Iziko South African National Gallery and other notable collections. Letsoalo interprets the indigenous culture of northern Sotho in Limpopo focusing on daily existence within the villages and its human activity. Charcoal, collage, and pencil crayon are combined to create textural substance, with colour pinpointing unexpected, highlighted detail and collage increasing the richness of the imagery. Unpretentious and quiet, the modesty of the subject matter is visually both compelling and satisfying"—Barbara Lindop

In celebration of the Hermanus Fynarts Festival 2024, Strauss & Co is proud to feature a selection of works curated by Intethe Gallery, Hermanus. The gallery was established in 2015 by Barbara Lindop, a legendary figure who has devoted over 45 years to identifying the extraordinary talent of Southern African artists. Lindop is perhaps best known for the work on Gerard Sekoto, one of South Africa’s most important modernist artists. Twenty–two artworks across the Day and Evening auctions are from Intethe Gallery’s collective. Barbara Lindop notes, "These artists, united in their common purpose, create aesthetic and relevant artistic commentary on contemporary sociopolitical concerns. Their work is poetic, powerful, and thought-provoking."

The auction will feature pieces addressing global warming, cultural practices, the beauty and spirituality of the natural world, political commentary, and the celebration of humanity. These themes are conveyed through various mediums including texture, line, colour planes, sculptural and ceramic forms. Lindop emphasises, "It is the privilege of the Gallery to assist in promoting these artists."