7th May, 2025 12:00
Modern & Contemporary African & Middle Eastern Art
37
ANDREW COOPER (SOUTH AFRICAN B.1967)
CAPE TOWN LANDSCAPE (SIGNAL HILL AND 12 APOSTLES)
signed Cooper lower right
oil on canvas
80 x 160cm; 31 1/2 x 63in
103 x 183cm; 40 1/2 x 72in (framed)
Property of a Private Collector, Cambridge
Provenance
The DinksFãStan Private Collection (acquired from the artist)
The work of Cape Town born self-taught artist, Andrew Cooper employs a blend of semi-realism and mysticism. Preferring to work from photographs and memory on large scale landscapes and seascapes, he allows the viewer to experience the grandeur and depth of the scene. The bold use of colour, capturing the subtle nuances of light, depth of perspective and generous scale are all hallmarks of his paintings imbued, with a mood and atmosphere of his own. Through the rendering of fine detail, rich colour and expansive scale, the viewer is transported into the scene itself. Cooper is deeply inspired by the landscape of his country and his paintings transport the viewer through the vast and vibrant scenery, from mountains to winelands, of the Western Cape.
Cooper's work has been exhibited throughout South Africa and the 2004 International Art Expo in New York City, as well as in the United Kingdom and Germany.
CAPE TOWN LANDSCAPE (SIGNAL HILL AND 12 APOSTLES)
signed Cooper lower right
oil on canvas
80 x 160cm; 31 1/2 x 63in
103 x 183cm; 40 1/2 x 72in (framed)
Property of a Private Collector, Cambridge
Provenance
The DinksFãStan Private Collection (acquired from the artist)
The work of Cape Town born self-taught artist, Andrew Cooper employs a blend of semi-realism and mysticism. Preferring to work from photographs and memory on large scale landscapes and seascapes, he allows the viewer to experience the grandeur and depth of the scene. The bold use of colour, capturing the subtle nuances of light, depth of perspective and generous scale are all hallmarks of his paintings imbued, with a mood and atmosphere of his own. Through the rendering of fine detail, rich colour and expansive scale, the viewer is transported into the scene itself. Cooper is deeply inspired by the landscape of his country and his paintings transport the viewer through the vast and vibrant scenery, from mountains to winelands, of the Western Cape.
Cooper's work has been exhibited throughout South Africa and the 2004 International Art Expo in New York City, as well as in the United Kingdom and Germany.
Auction: Modern & Contemporary African & Middle Eastern Art, 7th May, 2025
Auction Location: London, UK
The Modern & Contemporary African and Middle Eastern Art market has flourished over the last 15 years and continues to grow, establishing a strong foothold in the UK. Our expert department at Olympia Auctions has, uniquely among other auction houses, brought together the synergies of the Arab world, Maghreb and the rest of Africa, reflecting the mutuality and shared history of these regions.
Our previous sales have included works from the collection of the late Saudi collector, Dr Mohammed Said Farsi and the Zulficar Family Collection.
Each spring and autumn, we hold bi-annual, tightly curated, live auctions, offering both young and established collectors the opportunity to acquire works in a wide range of price brackets.
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PUBLIC EXHIBITION
Thursday 1st May: 10:00am- 8.30pm (Private View: 5:00 - 8:30pm including Panel Discussion at 7:00pm)
Friday 2nd May: 10:00am-5:00pm
Monday 5th May: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Tuesday 6th May 10:00am - 5:00pm
AUCTION
Wednesday 7th May, 12:00pm
Viewing
Public Exhibition:
Thursday 1st May: 10:00am- 8.30pm (Private View: 5:00pm - 8:30pm including Panel Discussion at 7:00pm)
Friday 2nd May: 10:00am-5:00pm
Monday 5th May: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Tuesday 6th May 10:00am - 5:00pm
AUCTION
Wednesday 7th May, 12:00pm
