deborah bell `the grand tour`WAS R30 000 NOW R22 500

  DEBORAH BELL (SA, 1957 -)

"THE GRAND TOUR"

1997

DRYPOINT, ENGRAVING & ETCHING

WITH CHINE COLLE ON PAPER  

 SHEET SIZE : 49,5CM X 39,5CM   

UNFRAMED 

EDITION OF 50

HAND SIGNED & NUMBERED BY ARTIST IN PENCIL

FROM UBU ARTIST SUITE 

MINT CONDITION

DEBORAH BELL HIGHEST AUCTION RECORD  R909 440 (2018)

WE HAVE SEVERAL MORE ARTWORKS BY THIS ARTIST

Deborah Bell is a prominent South African artist known for her unique and expressive artworks that explore themes of identity, spirituality, and mythology. Born in 1957 in Johannesburg, Bell studied Fine Arts at the University of the Witwatersrand, where she developed a passion for sculpture, printmaking, and painting.

Throughout her career, Bell has worked in various mediums, including bronze, ceramics, and mixed media, but she is most renowned for her intricate and symbolic etchings and paintings. Her art often combines elements of African and European traditions, blending influences from African folklore, Christian iconography, and classical mythology.

Bell's work is characterized by its dreamlike quality, with her use of rich colors, intricate details, and delicate lines creating a sense of mystery and depth. Her pieces often feature figures that are both human and animal, blurring the boundaries between the real and the mythical.

Over the years, Deborah Bell has exhibited her artwork extensively both in South Africa and internationally, gaining recognition and acclaim for her unique style and artistic vision. Her works can be found in numerous private and public collections, including the Johannesburg Art Gallery and the South African National Gallery.

Deborah Bell's art not only showcases her technical skill but also invites viewers to contemplate complex themes of spirituality, cultural identity, and the human condition. Through her work, she has made a significant contribution to the contemporary art scene in South Africa and has become a respected figure within the art community.