Artwork By South African Artist Alexis Preller To Auction In June 2023
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- 07 Jun 2023
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Aspire Art is thrilled to announce the unveiling of an extraordinary masterpiece titled "Adam," created by the renowned South African artist Alexis Preller in 1972. This remarkable painting will be the highlight of Aspire Art's upcoming live auction of 20th Century and Contemporary Art, scheduled for June 7th at 6 pm in Johannesburg.
Prior to the auction, the painting will be available for public viewing at Aspire Art's showroom in Johannesburg from June 2nd to June 7th. This presents a unique opportunity for art enthusiasts to personally experience the splendor and depth of Adam.
The discovery of this previously unseen iteration of Preller's iconic Adam portraits is a momentous occasion and a valuable addition to the artist's documented body of work. It holds a significant place within Preller's series of Adamic-themed pieces from the late 1960s and early 1970s, which encompass various versions and interpretations of the subject.
Originally, the painting belonged to a well-known Johannesburg-based medical doctor who likely acquired it directly from the artist. In the mid-1980s, the artwork was acquired from the doctor's estate by an art collector from Pretoria. Since then, it has remained within the family's private collection, hidden from public view.
This captivating gold rendition of Adam is closely related to other notable works, including "IconBarbare (Adam)," which was exhibited in Preller's highly acclaimed retrospective exhibition at the Pretoria Art Museum in 1972. Another important and similar Adam-themed work is the electrifying, large-scale Adam showcased at the São Paulo Biennale in 1973, which Aspire Art sold for slightly over R 9.1 million in 2018.
Art enthusiasts and collectors alike are eagerly anticipating the auction of this exceptional artwork, as it represents a rare opportunity to own a significant piece by one of South Africa's most renowned artists.
