25/09/2025
William Kentridge’s Dutch iris recurs like a thought across his 1990s works, its violet petals folding against inky lines and charcoal greys. Echoing Van Gogh and O’Keeffe, the iris carries histories of resilience and beauty, yet Kentridge makes it his own; speaking of the sheer pleasure of drawing petal on paper.
12/09/2025
An Ode to Brothers: Timlin's legacy
Aspire Art’s Enchanted Worlds: The William Timlin Sale features Clifford Peter, a tender portrait of the artist’s brother. With storybook softness, Timlin merges imagination and devotion, weaving family affection into the same enchanted universe as his fairies, castles, and dreamscapes.
12/09/2025
Govert Flinck's Face of a Goddess
From the William Humphreys Collection, Aspire Art presents Govert Flinck’s Diana in the Spring Modern & Contemporary Art Sale. A pupil of Rembrandt, Flinck blends dramatic chiaroscuro with the elegance of Rubens and Van Dyck. Depicted with bow, arrows and greyhound, Diana is both mythic and humanised, reflecting Dutch taste for classical subjects rendered with intimacy and grandeur.
24/07/2025
With unprecedented access to auctions, exhibitions, and information, the barriers to entry are lower than ever - and the opportunities, greater.
Now is the time to engage. Take the step. Cross the line. Collecting starts here.
11/07/2025
A Rising Market and a Moment to Collect
In recent years, photography has emerged as one of the most dynamic and accessible categories in the global art market. This is especially true in Africa, where it has become the medium of choice for artists exploring themes of identity, history, and place. This growing momentum is highlighted by the upcoming IN PICTURE auction, which offers collectors a rare chance to acquire significant works while supporting the inaugural Cape Town Photography Festival.
08/07/2025
Impressive Performance Paints a Strong Picture
Aspire Art returned to Johannesburg to launch its Winter Auction Season with the Modern & Contemporary Art Live Auction, which took place on 25 June. The sale delivered a strong performance, achieving exceptional results that signal resurgent momentum and growing confidence in the art market.
19/06/2025
Aspire Art is pleased to present an exceptional group of works on paper by some of South Africa’s most important Black modernists on the upcoming Modern & Contemporary Art live auction on the 25th of June 2025.
19/06/2025
You’re invited to a special walkabout on Saturday 21 June at 11am with our art specialists Sarah Sinisi and Carina Jansen as they share unique insights and personal stories behind the works in, With Love, Robert Hodgins: Artworks from the Studio
24/04/2025
How Different Artists Play with Familiar Forms
Aspire Art’s AUTUMN ’25 Collection: Beyond Boundaries offers a dynamic selection of figurative works that challenge, reimagine, and expand the tradition of representing the human form.
17/04/2025
A Collection of Ceramics Bursting with Colour, Character & Craft
Aspire Art's AUTUMN' 25: Beyond Boundaries online sale features a joyful collection of Ardmore pieces, celebrating the studio’s signature blend of vibrant storytelling, collaborative craft, and whimsical design.
03/03/2025
A Pop Art Masterpiece Debut in South Africa
Aspire Art is extremely excited to present Andy Warhol’s iconic portrait of Albert Einstein in our upcoming Modern & Contemporary Art Live Auction in Cape Town on 12 March 2025.
02/12/2024
Why Every Art Lover Should Invest in These Art Books
Aspire Art is proud to present a collection of quintessential art books at irresistible prices, curated by an esteemed art book collector. Whether you're an art lover, a collector, or simply someone who values unique cultural expressions, these books offer the perfect opportunity to curate and grow your own personal library or source the perfect gift for the upcoming festive season.
29/11/2024
Forming part of Aspire Art's 20th/21st Century Classics Online Auction, is a special collection of works that offer poignant snippets into the historical and physical landscapes that have shaped Egoli – the city of gold.
18/11/2024
The Textures of Helen Mmakgabo Mmapula Sebidi’s Art
A highlight in Aspire Art's 20th Century & Contemporary Art auction on 20 November, Helen Sebidi’s The Boys Return Home from Initiation encapsulates the dynamic interplay of spirituality, identity, and human experience. Rendered with Sebidi’s signature textured application of vibrant reds, blues, ochres, and purples, the painting radiates an energy that feels alive, echoing the rhythms of African mythology and folklore.
15/11/2024
The Iconic Charm and Enduring Allure of the Hermès Kelly Bag
Leading Aspire Art's To Have & To Hold: Iconic Handbags Online Auction are two exquisite Hermès Kelly bags, crafted with masterful precision and unmatched luxury. Featuring Togo leather and iconic gold hardware, these treasures capture the essence of sophistication and timeless style.
13/11/2024
The Passionate Observer and Visual Chronicler
One of the highlights on Aspire Art's 20th Century & Contemporary Art auction in Cape Town on 20 November, is a captivating portrait of a young Xhosa woman, painted in 1948 by the celebrated artist George Pemba.
04/11/2024
The cover lot for Aspire Art's upcoming Collectable Cars Auction is the 1997 Lamborghini Diablo SV, famously known as a Hallmark of Lamborghini’s Engineering Prowess and one of the fastest supercars of the 1990s.
04/11/2024
1963 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Series 1 Roadster
Aspire Art are thrilled to unveil the 1963 Jaguar E-Type 3.8 Series 1 Roadster, one of the most desirable and sought-after cars to feature in their inaugural Collectable Car Live Auction in Johannesburg on 9 November.
04/11/2024
Ferrari's Revolutionary 1976 308 GTB Vetroresina
With great excitement, Aspire Art are proud to present one of the only five remaining 1976 Ferrari 308 GTB Vetroresinas in South Africa. A highlight lot for the inaugural Collectable Car Live Auction in Johannesburg on 9 November, this extraordinary car offers collectors a rare opportunity to own a truly iconic piece of Ferrari history.
01/10/2024
The Evocative Simplicity of Mark Hipper’s Sketches
Aspire Art's current Contemporary Art auction features a striking collection of Mark Hipper's evocative portraits. Known for his minimalist pencil sketches, Hipper captures raw emotion and vulnerability, challenging traditional portraiture with his delicate yet powerful works.
27/09/2024
Aspire Art's current Contemporary Art auction features three bold artists who push the boundaries of textile art.
27/09/2024
The Technical Craft of Jake Aikman’s Prints
Aspire Art’s Contemporary Art auction features Jake Aikman’s striking screen prints, where layered textures and masterful use of light and shadow bring his seascapes to life.
27/09/2024
Aspire Art’s Contemporary Art online auction features Michaela Younge’s captivating felt tapestries, where playful aesthetics meet unsettling, surreal narratives.
09/09/2024
Tracing the pioneer of street art's ties with South Africa
The Soweto-Warwick project is a wonderful example of Ernest Pignon-Ernest's interventions, which blend the boundaries between art and the urban landscape, creating visual statements which are catalysts for thought and change. Read more about the French artist's ties with South Africa and how the artwork coming up on Aspire Art's 20th Century and Contemporary Art Auction on the 11th September represents a holistic embodiment of Pignon-Ernest's art-making process.
05/09/2024
Travelling the 'Land of Strong Colours'
Few artists could boast of travels as extensive and vibrant as that of Irma Stern. Her restless spirit drove her to explore the farthest corners of Europe, but it was the vast landscapes and diverse cultures of Africa that truly ignited her passion. Africa, with its vibrant and diverse cultures, provided Irma Stern with the inspiration that would shape her legacy.
08/08/2024
As we celebrate Women’s Month, Aspire Art's current Paintings Online Auction fittingly features a powerful lineup of notable women artists. While Women’s Day often conjures images of boldness and assertiveness, many women painters like Cape-based Clare Menck offer a refreshing perspective.
07/08/2024
Don’t Blink: 5 Young Contemporary Painters You Don’t Want to Miss
Aspire Art’s current Painting Online Auction, celebrates a wide selection of modern masters – including Gregoire Boonzaier, Nel Erasmus, Christo Coetzee and Trevor Coleman – all working in the rich and enticing medium of painting. Complementing and contrasting these masters, young artists are developing techniques and taking lessons from those who came before them to present contemporary audiences with new and bold paintings relating to their current conditions and unique mindsets.
05/08/2024
Over time, both the canvas/board and the paint itself will be effected by the environment and the duration of time. Although it might seem daunting at first, a few small changes and attention to your beloved artworks will stretch both their quality and value over the years.
Whether the work is being safely stored or hung on your wall, there are four basic things need to be taken into consideration: Light, Temperature, Humidity, and Dust.
12/07/2024
South African Artists and the International Avant-Garde
Aspire Art's Works on Paper Timed-Online auction features a collection of works by South African masters alongside significant pieces by their international peers including pieces by Victor Vasarely, Antoni Tàpies, Joan Miró, Gerard Richter, Henry Moore, and more.
11/07/2024
Top Tips and Purchase Considerations
Artworks on paper, whether they are drawings, prints, watercolours, or pastels, offer a unique and delicate beauty that requires careful attention and maintenance. Proper care and informed purchasing decisions can ensure that your paper-based art remains vibrant and intact for many years. Here are some top tips for caring for your artworks on paper and key considerations when buying them.