Strauss & Co | Stand A11, Mezzanine Level
Strauss & Co will be at the RMB Latitudes Art Fair 2026 (Stand A11, Mezzanine level), where a curated selection of important Modern and Contemporary South African works from our upcoming flagship auctions will be available to view.
The fair’s 2026 theme, Oasis, explores how, like water, creativity has served as a nourishing and regenerative force in Johannesburg. The theme celebrates the city’s remarkable 140-year history, shining a light on how a fierce creative spirit has thrived here, despite unlikely conditions. Johannesburg has served as the fertile creative ground for many of the artists who will be featured in our exhibition booth, such as Robert Hodgins, William Kentridge, Durant Sihlali, and Sam Nhlengethwa.
Following the fair’s commemorative tone, Strauss & Co’s Latitudes presentation will include a timeline that highlights our key achievements, tracing our role in the development of South Africa’s secondary market and our position as the leading auction house on the African continent. In conversation with this reflection, we will also be exhibiting works by Vladimir Tretchikoff, Irma Stern and J.H. Pierneef, whose auction records we hold.
Strauss & Co is also proud to be collaborating with Ardmore Ceramic Studios, who have nurtured the creative talent of African artists since 1985. A selection of their highly collectable ceramic masterpieces will be on display and on sale in our stand.
Strauss & Co at the
2026 RMB Latitudes Art Fair
22 – 24 May 2026
EXHIBITION BOOTH | VIP PROGRAMME EVENTS
Stand A11, Mezzanine Level
About RMB Latitudes Art Fair
“At RMB Latitudes, we are committed to expanding equitable access to markets and creating meaningful opportunities for artists to connect with new audiences,” says Lucy MacGarry, Co-founder and Director of Latitudes. “Our priority is, and always has been, to put artists first – centring their voices, supporting their long-term visibility, and building pathways for sustainable practice. RMB Latitudes reimagines how the art ecosystem can work more inclusively, for artists and for the wider cultural community.”
Set within the historic terraced gardens and architecture of Shepstone Gardens, RMB Latitudes offers an immersive alternative to conventional art fair formats. Carefully designed indoor and outdoor exhibition spaces combine the intimacy of a curated show with the professional standards and museum-grade presentation expected of major international fairs.
This balance between intimacy and rigour has become a defining feature of RMB Latitudes, combining an oasis-like experience with the credibility and commercial strength of a global art fair..
Previous Art Fair Exhibitions
About RMB Latitudes Art Fair
RMB is a leading African Corporate and Investment Bank (CIB). We partner our clients to deliver advisory, lending, trading, securities, corporate banking, private equity and investment solutions. A presence in London, New York, Shanghai and Mumbai provides our global clients with a network to access African markets. We have a deal footprint in 35 African countries and facilitate cross-border trade and investment on the continent. RMB represents the CIB activities of FirstRand Limited – one of the largest financial services groups in Africa.
RMB is made of Africa – our commitment to our clients, our continent and our people is evident in our successful track record. We create new opportunities where others see challenges.
For more information visit www.rmb.co.za.
About Latitudes
Latitudes launched as a physical art fair in 2019 and has since evolved into an integral player in the African art industry. The all-women team behind Latitudes Online also run an online marketplace for art from Africa, an art podcast, mentorship programmes and an art award, all with the common goal of creating visibility for independent artists and connecting artists with collectors. For more information please visit: latitudes.online
