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The Green Hearts Gala Silent Auction

de PURY is delighted to present the Green Hearts Gala Silent Auction, which took place on January 3rd, 2024.

The event was held by Art Saint Barth and co-hosted by Laurie Lynn and Kristian Stark, in collaboration with L'Officiel St Barth, Chrome Hearts, ‘74 and Space Gallery.

The auction included over 20 lots of exclusive artworks and rare items from artists such as Daniel Arsham, The Haas Brothers, Krista Kim, Robert Montgomery, Enoc Perez, Laurie Lynn Stark and more.

The event was held by Art Saint Barth and co-hosted by Laurie Lynn and Kristian Stark, in collaboration with L'Officiel St Barth, Chrome Hearts, ‘74 and Space Gallery.

The auction included over 20 lots of exclusive artworks and rare items from artists such as Daniel Arsham, The Haas Brothers, Krista Kim, Robert Montgomery, Enoc Perez, Laurie Lynn Stark and more.


de PURY Presents 'Lana Trzebinski'

A new online exhibition of unseen sculptural works by emerging Kenyan artist.

'Lana Trzebinski', running from 22nd November 2023 – 27th December here on de-Pury.com with all works available for sale. 

Lana Trzebinski has hand-crafted a series of 20 new ceramic sculptures, employing her signature glazing technique. Trzebinski's artistic practice is a fusion of nature's inherent geometric patterns and the intricate medium of ceramic sculpture. Each multi-textural piece, sculpted from African rich red clay, reflects upon the sacred forms and patterns found in the natural world and provides a distinctive perspective on the intersection of nature and imperfection.

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'Lana Trzebinski', running from 22nd November 2023 – 27th December here on de-Pury.com with all works available for sale. 

Lana Trzebinski has hand-crafted a series of 20 new ceramic sculptures, employing her signature glazing technique. Trzebinski's artistic practice is a fusion of nature's inherent geometric patterns and the intricate medium of ceramic sculpture. Each multi-textural piece, sculpted from African rich red clay, reflects upon the sacred forms and patterns found in the natural world and provides a distinctive perspective on the intersection of nature and imperfection.

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Charlotte Colbert

de PURY Presents 'Dreamland Sirens' by Charlotte Colbert

A selling exhibition by award-winning filmmaker and artist Charlotte Colbert, curated by Simon de Pury. New small and large-scale sculptures were on display, accompanied by sound collaboration with celebrated film composer, Isobel Waller-Bridge.

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A selling exhibition by award-winning filmmaker and artist Charlotte Colbert, curated by Simon de Pury. New small and large-scale sculptures were on display, accompanied by sound collaboration with celebrated film composer, Isobel Waller-Bridge.

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WWD Korea x ARTnews Art Gala Auction 2023

WWD KOREA x ARTnews held their inaugural Art Gala auction, conducted by Simon de Pury on Saturday 6th September, 2023.

It is with great pleasure that we present the the works of art which appeared in the live auction, curated by Simon de Pury, at this year’s WWD Korea Art Gala partnered with ARTnews. The lots offered for sale consisted of a selection of works showcasing young emerging Korean artists with great promise.
Works in the auction were sourced by the artists directly to take part in WWD Korea’s philanthropic endeavours to support Arts and Culture.

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It is with great pleasure that we present the the works of art which appeared in the live auction, curated by Simon de Pury, at this year’s WWD Korea Art Gala partnered with ARTnews. The lots offered for sale consisted of a selection of works showcasing young emerging Korean artists with great promise.
Works in the auction were sourced by the artists directly to take part in WWD Korea’s philanthropic endeavours to support Arts and Culture.

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Fondation Beyeler Summer Night’s Gala 2023

It is with great pleasure that we present to you twelve works of art which appeared in the Benefit Auction at the Fondation Beyeler Summer Night’s Gala 2023. The lots offered for sale consisted of a choice selection of works by artists who are close to the Fondation Beyeler. Works in the auction were donated by renowned artists, galleries and private collectors to support Fondation Beyeler’s ambitious exhibition program and were auctioned live by Simon de Pury. 

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It is with great pleasure that we present to you twelve works of art which appeared in the Benefit Auction at the Fondation Beyeler Summer Night’s Gala 2023. The lots offered for sale consisted of a choice selection of works by artists who are close to the Fondation Beyeler. Works in the auction were donated by renowned artists, galleries and private collectors to support Fondation Beyeler’s ambitious exhibition program and were auctioned live by Simon de Pury. 

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Gianluca Pacchioni

de PURY Presents 'Gianluca Pacchioni'

A new exhibition of sculptural works by Milan-based artist Gianluca Pacchioni, which ran from November 7th - December 18th 2022.

Pacchioni is a self-taught artist who began working with metal in 1990 while living in Paris. Since then, he has masterfully created art design collections and sculptures by combining the traditions of Italian artisans with modern and unconventional techniques. The exhibition presents pieces spanning Pacchioni’s early career to the present, including hand-carved works of brass, bronze, iron, Onyx, and stainless steel. In recent years, Pacchioni has incorporated concrete, alabaster, and precious stones from around the world into his designs. Pacchioni’s sculptures are a homage to the beautiful yet powerful force of nature, which exposes the fragility of humanity.

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Headshot courtesy of Federico Guida.

A new exhibition of sculptural works by Milan-based artist Gianluca Pacchioni, which ran from November 7th - December 18th 2022.

Pacchioni is a self-taught artist who began working with metal in 1990 while living in Paris. Since then, he has masterfully created art design collections and sculptures by combining the traditions of Italian artisans with modern and unconventional techniques. The exhibition presents pieces spanning Pacchioni’s early career to the present, including hand-carved works of brass, bronze, iron, Onyx, and stainless steel. In recent years, Pacchioni has incorporated concrete, alabaster, and precious stones from around the world into his designs. Pacchioni’s sculptures are a homage to the beautiful yet powerful force of nature, which exposes the fragility of humanity.

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Guillaume Bruère

de PURY Presents 'Guillaume Bruère' a new exhibition of unseen self-portraits by the French artist.

Over 26 works were on display for the first time, including paintings, drawings, sketches, and wood-carved sculptures that reflect on the psychological nature and art historical context of self-portraiture. The exhibition ran from October 3 - November 6, with all works for sale. All of the works are still available for viewing here.

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Guillaume Bruere, Berlin, 2013 ©Anton Corbijn

Over 26 works were on display for the first time, including paintings, drawings, sketches, and wood-carved sculptures that reflect on the psychological nature and art historical context of self-portraiture. The exhibition ran from October 3 - November 6, with all works for sale. All of the works are still available for viewing here.

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WOMEN - Art In Times of Chaos

de PURY Presents ‘WOMEN – Art In Times Of Chaos’ - a game changing virtual exhibition and live auction, presenting artworks by outstanding contemporary women artists.

Each artist was invited to participate by offering an artwork of their choice that has been created no earlier than 2019. In doing so, the exhibition spotlights and celebrates the work of women artists that have been created during the recent turbulent times.

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Each artist was invited to participate by offering an artwork of their choice that has been created no earlier than 2019. In doing so, the exhibition spotlights and celebrates the work of women artists that have been created during the recent turbulent times.

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amfAR Auction

West Palm Beach Gala auction saw record breaking art sales.

Spirited bidding caused all 14 of the generously donated artworks to sell way above expectations and an impressive number of 8 artworks broke WORLD RECORDS for the artist’s prices at auction.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who made this event possible, especially John and Amy Phelan who graciously hosted and underwrote this spectacular event, and to thank you for your continued support and for helping us to 'Make Aids History'.

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Spirited bidding caused all 14 of the generously donated artworks to sell way above expectations and an impressive number of 8 artworks broke WORLD RECORDS for the artist’s prices at auction.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who made this event possible, especially John and Amy Phelan who graciously hosted and underwrote this spectacular event, and to thank you for your continued support and for helping us to 'Make Aids History'.

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Anton Corbijn

de PURY Presents 'Anton Corbijn' a special presentation of rarely seen, limited and final editions of photographs by the eminent Dutch artist.

Including portraits of notable figures such as Kate Moss, Virgil Abloh, Damien Hirst, Gerhard Richter, and Naomi Campbell to name a few.

Corbijn’s style of photography gives a raw edge to his subjects, capturing imperfection and personality by shooting with a slow shutter speed to capture gestures and movement in a unique way. Starting in the late 20th century, his style of producing black and white photos using grainy film became an important part of our visual culture, and is a technique that has been widely utilised since. 

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Including portraits of notable figures such as Kate Moss, Virgil Abloh, Damien Hirst, Gerhard Richter, and Naomi Campbell to name a few.

Corbijn’s style of photography gives a raw edge to his subjects, capturing imperfection and personality by shooting with a slow shutter speed to capture gestures and movement in a unique way. Starting in the late 20th century, his style of producing black and white photos using grainy film became an important part of our visual culture, and is a technique that has been widely utilised since. 

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Vanessa Beecroft

de PURY Presents ‘Vanessa Beecroft - Ceramics and Paintings 2016 – 2021’ an exclusive selection of her sculptures and paintings exploring the female form

In this new body of works which interrogates the male gaze and societal pressures of being a woman, Vanessa Beecroft introduced classical sculpture and paintings as an extension of her performance and video art. 

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In this new body of works which interrogates the male gaze and societal pressures of being a woman, Vanessa Beecroft introduced classical sculpture and paintings as an extension of her performance and video art. 

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Henry Hudson

de PURY Presents 'Henry Hudson - Microcosm' June 1 ‑ September 10, 2021.

Henry Hudson and de PURY presented a new series of portraits of leading art figures including a.o. Ed Ruscha, Sean Scully, Mary McCartney, and Ai Weiwei.

These new works take contemporary portraiture into the digital realm. Capturing the sitters through photography and drawing their portrait on the iPad, the final work was then UV flatbed printed onto an array of unique materials.

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Henry Hudson and de PURY presented a new series of portraits of leading art figures including a.o. Ed Ruscha, Sean Scully, Mary McCartney, and Ai Weiwei.

These new works take contemporary portraiture into the digital realm. Capturing the sitters through photography and drawing their portrait on the iPad, the final work was then UV flatbed printed onto an array of unique materials.

Explore the work virtually here on de-pury.com

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Ron Arad

de PURY presents 'Ron Arad 69,’ staged at Newlands House, featuring a survey of significant works by the pioneering artist, architect and industrial designer.

Timed with the artist’s 69th birthday in 2020, the exhibition at Newlands House featured approximately 50 studio pieces, many of which have been exhibited around the world, including at the Centre Pompidou, Paris; The Museum of Modern Art (MoMa), New York; the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A), London; and the Royal Academy of Arts, London.

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Timed with the artist’s 69th birthday in 2020, the exhibition at Newlands House featured approximately 50 studio pieces, many of which have been exhibited around the world, including at the Centre Pompidou, Paris; The Museum of Modern Art (MoMa), New York; the Victoria and Albert Museum (V&A), London; and the Royal Academy of Arts, London.

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Helmut Newton 100

de Pury presented an exhibition of 100 original photographs by Helmut Newton (1920-2004), staged at Newlands House.

Curated by de PURY, the solo exhibition commemorated 100 years since Helmut Newton’s birth, culminating in the Helmut Newton Foundation, Berlin on 31st October 2020. The hundred images selected for this exhibition open a window into the world of an artist whose images of strong, empowered and self-confident women are more poignant than ever.

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Curated by de PURY, the solo exhibition commemorated 100 years since Helmut Newton’s birth, culminating in the Helmut Newton Foundation, Berlin on 31st October 2020. The hundred images selected for this exhibition open a window into the world of an artist whose images of strong, empowered and self-confident women are more poignant than ever.

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de PURY Presents

de PURY launches 'Presents' allowing people unique access to the most talented artists of their generation. Capturing and sharing the beauty of the works both digitally and in person.

Launched on the success of Simon de Pury’s Instagram account. It has become a community built around the passion of discovery and collecting. Curating the art, ceramics, music, collectibles and design shaping our contemporary culture now and in the future.

Launched on the success of Simon de Pury’s Instagram account. It has become a community built around the passion of discovery and collecting. Curating the art, ceramics, music, collectibles and design shaping our contemporary culture now and in the future.