Modern, Post-War and Contemporary Art, Decorative Arts, and Wine

Online-Only Auction, 31 May - 7 June 2021

Botanical Art Collection
  • Esmé Hennessy; Phragmipedium schlimii (Orchid)
  • Esmé Hennessy; Phragmipedium schlimii (Orchid)
  • Esmé Hennessy; Phragmipedium schlimii (Orchid)
  • Esmé Hennessy; Phragmipedium schlimii (Orchid)
  • Esmé Hennessy; Phragmipedium schlimii (Orchid)


Lot Estimate
ZAR 3 000 - 5 000

About this Item

Esmé Hennessy
South African 1933-
Phragmipedium schlimii (Orchid)

signed and inscribed 'plate7' in pencil in the margin; inscribed with the title on the reverse of the paper

ink and watercolour on paper
27 by 19cm excluding frame; 64,5 by 56,5 by 3cm including frame

Notes

FirstRand, including FNB and RMB, are long-term collaborators and partners with the creative arts across South Africa. Over the years, the different businesses have built significant collections, covering diverse art genres. The FirstRand Art Acquisition Policy has been streamlined and has resulted in the collection requiring de-accessioning of an extensive range of high-quality and desirable botanical, bird and wildlife artworks – all by established twentieth century artists.

All proceeds from these auctions will be re-invested in contemporary South African art.

Provenance

FirstRand Collection.



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