“For to be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.”
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NELSON MANDELA 1918 - 2013
Universally admired, Nelson Mandela, the renowned anti-apartheid rev-
iswa Gadla Mandela, the principal counselor to the then Acting King of
olutionary and philanthropist, once said in a speech from his landmark
the Thembu people, Jongintaba Dalindyebo. In 1930, Rolihlahla’s father
Rivonia Trial “During my lifetime I have dedicated myself to this strug-
passed away making the young Mandela a ward of King Jongintaba at
gle of the African people. I have fought against white domination, and
the Great Place in Mqhekezweni. Rolihlahla Mandela was a man born
I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the ideal of a
to a legacy of leadership and resistance with a given name that translates
democratic and free society in which all persons live together in harmo-
to “troublemaker,” in Xhosa. Mr. Mandela spoke of being inspired as a
ny and with equal opportunities. It is an ideal that I hope to live for and
child by his ancestors’ stories of tenacity and defiance to greater powers
to achieve. But if need be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die.”
in past wars. From a young age, Nelson Mandela sought to fight for
Mr. Mandela dedicated his entire life to creating the foundations for a
civil rights before eventually going on to disrupt the oppressive regime
new democratic South Africa, removed from apartheid. Historically, his
of apartheid.
path - from decades of imprisonment to be being democratically elected president - is clearly and unquestionably, without precedent.
Mr. Mandela attended a primary school in Qunu that mandated the usage of Christian names, resulting in the name “Nelson.” As a student
Rolihlahla “Nelson’’ Mandela was born on July 18th, 1918 into the
of University College of Fort Hare, he was expelled for protesting the
Madiba clan in Mvezo, located in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
student government’s lack of power, after which he became increasing-
Rolihlahla was the son of Nonqaphi Nosekeni and Nkosi Mphakany-
ly involved in political protests. Soon after, he joined the African Na-
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tional Congress and helped
political groups.
form the African National Congress Youth League af-
Fearing heightened racial
ter completing his Bachelor
tensions and more arrests,
of Arts degree through the
Mr. Mandela went into
University of South Africa
hiding soon after his 1961
in 1943.
acquittal. Writing to Prime Minister H.F. Verwoerd, he
As Mr. Mandela rose in
requested a national conven-
prominence among mem-
tion on a non-racial consti-
bers of the ANC, the polit-
tution, urging Verwoerd to
ical party instituted the Pro-
end the political violence
gramme of Action in 1949,
and repressive measures led
mandating members to take
by the state. Mr. Mandela
mass action through various
went on to help establish
forms of civil disobedience.
and launch uMkhonto we-
This indicated an important
Sizwe (meaning “Spear of
turning point in which the
the Nation,” or MK) as an
ANC began to adopt a more
armed wing of the ANC in
militant approach to pro-
1961. The time had come
testing apartheid. In 1952,
to move from passive resis-
Mandela was chosen as the
tance to an armed struggle.
National Volunteer-in-Chief
In a safe house, Mr. Man-
of the Defiance Campaign,
dela told a gathering of the
the first major nonviolent
local and foreign press that
resistance campaign of the
“If the government reaction
Programme of Action. As a result of his political activities, Mandela and
is to crush by naked force our non-violent struggle [. . .] we will have
nineteen others were arrested and sentenced to nine months of hard
to reconsider our tactics. In my mind, we are closing a chapter on this
labor under the Suppression of Communism Act. Nevertheless, he re-
question of a non-violent policy.”
ceived a two-year diploma in law following which, he and political ally Oliver Tambo established South Africa’s first Black law firm, Mandela
In an attempt to gain support for the armed struggle and receive mili-
& Tambo. Although Mandela was banned from publicly attending
tary training as a defense mechanism, Mr. Mandela secretly left South
political events, he would attend events in disguise. One such gather-
Africa under the pseudonym David Motsamayi. “I had taken the
ing was for the adoption of the Freedom Charter, a document creat-
name of David Motsamayi, the name of one of my former clients,” he
ed by the National Action Council outlining hopes for the future of
wrote in Long Walk to Freedom, an autobiography secretly written by
South Africa.
Mandela during his 27-year sentence at Robben Island.
On December 5th, 1956 Mandela was arrested in his home in a coun-
In order to facilitate his travels, he was issued an Ethiopian passport
trywide police swoop targeting anti-apartheid activists for the now
and traveled without South African documentation. Ostensibly, he
infamous Treason Trial. He was arrested alongside 155 other activists
was under instructions from the ANC and the Umkhonto weSizwe
but was eventually acquitted in 1961. On March 21st, 1960 the police
(MK) High Command to travel the continent to organize economic
killed 69 unarmed people and wounded 181 others in the Sharpeville
and political support for the newly founded military wing. His travels
Massacre in response to a protest against the Pass Laws, which man-
took him to Ethiopia, Tanganyika, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Ghana,
dated that all Black South Africans over the age of 16 carry ID pass-
and Senegal, amongst other countries. After weeks of traveling and
es. The intent was to severely confine their movement, employment,
military training, Mr. Mandela was summoned back to South Africa
and living areas. The massacre precipitated the country’s first state of
by the ANC.
emergency, the banning of the Pan Africanist Congress (PAC) and the
In July 1962, he was caught by the police and charged with leaving the
ANC, and resulted in thousands of arrests targeting black activists and
country without a permit and inciting African workers to strike. On
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August 5, 1962, Mr. Mandela
he and President FW de Klerk
was again arrested in Howick,
jointly won the Nobel Peace
Natal, South Africa. He was
Prize for their “work for the
convicted and sentenced to five
peaceful termination of the
years imprisonment, beginning
apartheid regime, and for laying
at the Pretoria Local Prison. On
the foundations for a new dem-
May 27th, 1963, he was trans-
ocratic South Africa.” On April
ferred to Robben Island but re-
27th, 1994, Mr. Mandela voted
turned to Pretoria on June 12th.
for the first time in his life lead-
Within a month the police raid-
ing to his inauguration as South
ed an ANC and Communist
African’s first black and demo-
Party hideout in Liliesleaf, Rivo-
cratically elected President on
nia, Johannesburg, and arrested
May 10th, 1994.
several of Mandela’s comrades. President Mandela’s mission was In October of 1963, Mr. Man-
for peace, nation-building, and
dela along with ten other lead-
reconciliation for his beloved
ing opponents of apartheid,
South Africa. He also worked
went on trial for charges of
towards protecting South Afri-
sabotage. Referred to as the “Ri-
ca’s economy which had been in
vonia Trial, this was to eventually bring great change to South Africa.
crisis for nearly two decades. There was a serious need to address the ef-
Mr. Mandela’s “I am Prepared to Die” speech, lasting over three hours,
fects that the apartheid had on important social topics: poverty, economy,
became immortalized as he proceeded to argue that the laws in place were
inequality, and access to infrastructures and social services, which resulted
draconian. On June 12th, 1964 Mr. Mandela and seven other accused
in the formation of new constitutional policies. The re-structuring of the
were convicted to life in prison at Robben Island.
Constitution of the Republic of South Africa led to a document based on non-racialism and non-sexism, human dignity, the achievement of
Known for its brutal conditions, Mandela remained on Robben Island
equality, and the advancement of human rights and freedoms.
for eighteen years, until March of 1982 when he was transferred to Pollsmoor Prison on the mainland. During his imprisonment, Mandela was
In 1999, President Mandela stepped down after spending one term in of-
restricted from attending his son and mother’s funeral. He also suffered
fice and retired from active politics. He continued in his efforts to consol-
from tuberculosis and prostate cancer during his time at Robben Island.
idate peace processes, including the establishment of the Nelson Mande-
After a few months in hospitals, he was sent to Victor Verster Prison in
la Children’s Fund, the Nelson Mandela Foundation, and The Mandela
December of 1988 and spent his last 14 months of imprisonment there.
Rhodes Foundation. At the age of 95, Nelson Mandela died at his home on December 5th, 2013.
In February 1990, the South African President, Frederik Willem de Klerk, shocked the nation with his announcement of the repeal of the
In 2009, the United Nations designated the 18th of July, Mandela’s birth-
ban on the African National Congress and other banned organizations,
day, as Nelson Mandela International Day. In addition, the UN has des-
as well as the release of the ANC leader, Nelson Mandela. Amidst threats
ignated 2019 to 2028 as the Nelson Mandela Decade of Peace and holds
of racial civil war, Rolihlahla Mandela was freed and released from the
an annual Nelson Mandela Peace Summit annually.
Victor Vester Prison gates on Sunday, February 11th, 1990. Rolihlahla Nelson Mandela’s legacy as an anti-apartheid revolutionAfter serving 27 years in prison, Mr. Mandela immediately immersed
ary and South African leader is alive and well today. He will forever
himself in official talks to end white minority rule. He was elected ANC
be remembered as one of history’s most influential spokesman for
President to replace his ailing friend, Oliver Tambo in 1991. In 1993
universal equality.
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e Mandela Memorial Garden QUNU, EASTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICA The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden. Deep in the rolling hills of the Eastern Cape, South Africa, is the small village of Qunu, now renowned as the resting place of Nelson Mandela. “Madiba” as he was lovingly referred to, was born in the nearby village of Mveso on the eastern rim of the Mbashe River canyon.
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Anticipating how the world might remember their father, in 2007 the Mandela family began thoughtful preparations for Madiba’s burial site... an inspirational, inviting setting to be known as the Mandela Memorial Garden. “We want our father to be remembered as the father, the grandfather, the brother, the uncle, the friend that he was. Yes, he was a political figure, but he had an ability to unite people, and in our fractured world, we must remember this quality.” - Makaziwe “Maki” Mandela-Amuah, Nelson Mandela’s eldest daughter. A team of accomplished architects and landscape architects
was assembled to design and map out the Mandela Memorial Garden surrounding the burial site. Located amongst the rolling hills of this beautiful ten hectare setting (about twenty four acres) will be strategically placed stations marrying the natural contours of the land with key moments in Madiba’s life. As ground will soon be broken in preparations for building the
on-site Welcome Centre, the Museum, a local Market and places of sanctuary, the garden has been planted. “I wanted to create a natural piece of Madiba’s birthplace. Acacias from the Mbashe River, aloes from Mvezu, succulents from the Transkei, plus bulbs, medicinal plants and wild flowers all have been brought back to the land” explains landscape architect Greg Straw.
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On these pages are just a glimpse of some of the handsome structures designed for the Garden. Meandering paths, a contemplative tunnel and many other features will 13
be incorporated all with the hope that countless visitors will come in the years ahead and be inspired by the memory of Madiba.
CHRISTO BRAND
The year was 1978... Nelson Mandela and six of his co-defendants from South Africa’s infamous Rivonia Trial had already served fourteen years of their life sentences. The young Black attorney, determined to help his countrymen break the bonds of apartheid, was considered a dangerous renegade and found guilty of sabotage. Robben Island, the prison chosen for the group’s incarceration, could not have been harsher. A single overhead bulb burned around the clock in Mandela’s bare concrete, unheated 7’ x 9’ (2.1 x 2.7 meters) cell. The only concession to “comfort”… a threadbare floor mat. Even on the warmest nights, the cells felt dank and cold. It was into this setting that Christo Brand, an eighteen-year-old farm boy, was thrust. Schooled by his elders to believe that all men were inherently kind and trustworthy, Christo had wanted to become an electrician after school. But he would first have to complete his two years of compulsory national service. Christo instead decided to train as a prison guard when he discovered that by working for the prison service, he would be exempt from national service. And so in 1978 after a year of training, he was sent to work on Robben Island. As part of his indoctrination into prison society, he was cautioned that he would be dealing with the most dangerous criminals in the history of South Africa. Accordingly, his first steps on Robben Island were taken in fear. In most parts of the world, strong bonds between sixty-year-old Black men and eighteen-year-old White boys rarely occur. In mid-twentieth century South Africa, such a relationship was absolutely unheard of. And when one is an inmate partway through a life sentence and the other is a guard, such a relationship would have been viewed as so absurd as to be laughable. And yet, almost miraculously, that is just what happened.
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The young Brand was assigned to guard Nelson Mandela, Walter Sisulu, Raymond Mhlaba and several of the other Rivonia “co-conspirators.” He had never heard these names before nor did he have any inkling why these men were behind bars. The assumption: if they were serving life sentences, they likely were murderers. It was therefore quite stunning to the young guard that the prisoners were respectful and courteous. Despite their miserable circumstances, they seemed genuinely concerned about their guard’s well-being. This was particularly true of the prisoner, Mandela. Christo Brand had been on Robben Island about three months when an avalanche of mail arrived for Nelson Mandela. A remarkable fifty thousand birthday cards had been sent to the prisoner. Perhaps equally shocking was the fact that all but twelve of the cards came from well-wishers outside of South Africa. Both inquisitive and intelligent, the young guard came to understand who indeed this unjustly imprisoned, kind older man really was. And he came to learn that people around the world were demanding his release. Why the disparity between the numbers of international well-wishers and those from their homeland? Brand discovered that South African citizens sending anything to these prisoners could face a jail sentence including the possibility of torture! Though Christo Brand was in the employ of the apartheid government - a government that promoted separation between Blacks and Whites - he and Mr. Mandela grew close. And when, in 1982, Mandela was transferred to Pollsmoor Prison, the guard made the same transfer. For six more years, the friendship grew. In 1990, international demand for Mandela’s release reached epic levels. Then President F. W. de Klerk, recognizing the injustices of the prior decades, freed the Rivonia Seven with Mandela the very last to step from behind bars. And while it would be easy to imagine that Mr. Mandela, in his meteoric, unprecedented rise to the presidency, lost touch with his prison friend, that was not to be. The men remained close, often celebrating special events together. And when Christo Brand’s son was tragically killed in a way similar to the death of his former prisoner’s son, one of the first to share the grief was President Nelson Mandela.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A’ S BEIGE F LOR A L “M A DI BA” SHI RT A beige silk shirt with a brown and black floral design. Gianzo International Style; size: XL; concealed buttons.
A photograph of Mr. Mandela wearing this shirt can be seen online. A print of this photograph is included with the lot. Nelson Mandela’s preference for loose-fitting, outer shirts - as opposed to conventional western suits - were symbolic of his representation of the common people of South Africa. These shirts were particularly meaningful to the Black majority of South Africans who felt disenfranchised from the White, formally- suited, politicians. Following his lead, people from around the world took to wearing what became known as “Madiba* Shirts.” Made of brightly patterned silk, these shirts became emblematic of post-apartheid freedom, nonconformity, civil disobedience, and commitment to the people. Fellow South African Nobel Peace Prize laureate Desmond Tutu said, “Like a most precious diamond honed deep beneath the surface of the earth, the Madiba who emerged from prison in January 1990 was virtually flawless.” (*”Madiba” was the term of endearment and affection used by countless people around the globe when referring to Nelson Mandela.) “My grandfather Nelson Mandela was first introduced to this style of dress when he was given batik printed shirts by Indonesia’s President Suharto in 1990. Later the shirts, which came to be known as Madiba Shirts, were custom made by Sonwabile Ndamase, a South African fashion designer and other designers including Desre Buirski. My grandfather opted to wear these shirts because he did not want to be confined into a suit and tie. Africa’s climate is very hot and he wanted something that was elegant and easy to wear, that would reflect the bright colors of Africa and his easy and laid back leadership style. Some of the shirts that he wore were subsequently made by Steffano Ricci.” - Tukwini Mandela This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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PEN GIF T ED TO NEL SON M A NDEL A BY PR E SIDEN T GEORGE W. BUSH
Four years after being released from prison in 1990, Nelson Mandela entered office with the idea that a reset was necessary for the relationship between the US and South Africa after the Cold War. This reset was tumultuous at first, the proposed U.S. aid package came short of President Mandela’s hopes. Nevertheless, it wasn’t long into his political prominence when Mandela became personally acquainted with three of the United States’ Presidents: Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, and Barack Obama. Mandela departed the office of the South African presidency in 1999, two years before George W. Bush became president. During Bush’s eight years in office, the relationship between the two nations was eroding quickly. Catalyzed by the Iraq war, Mandela first began speaking out about the Bush administration and the ways in which it operated in the Middle East. It was Mandela’s belief that the US should not be inserting itself into the situation, stating in 2003, “It is a tragedy what is happening, what Bush is doing in Iraq. What I am condemning is that one power, with a president who has no foresight, who cannot think properly, is now wanting to plunge the world into a holocaust.” This not withstanding the fact that President Bush had honored Mr. Mandela by awarding him the Presidential Medal of Freedom - and the gold-accented Presidential pen offered here. The relationship between the two men did, however, mend itself over time. This began with President Bush’s “President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief,” or PEPFAR, in 2003, pledging billions of dollars to fight AIDS internationally. Mr. Mandela had been mounting a personal campaign against AIDS at the time, given the struggle of his son, Makgatho, who later died of the dreaded disease two years later. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A” SIGNED “F ROM F R EEDOM TO T HE F U T U R E”
A limited edition, signed copy of “From Freedom to the Future” with a black leather cover. Copy: 34/250. Please note: Of this edition of 250 leather-bound Nelson Mandela signed books, this is believed to be the only one created with the African continent made of Nguni (South African indigenous cattle) and centered bronze likeness of Nelson Mandela wearing an elaborate feathered hat and “Madiba” shirt. After being released from prison, Nelson Mandela went on to become a prolific writer. He has written several international bestsellers, including “A Long Walk to Freedom.” Published during Mr. Mandela’s retirement in 2003, “From Freedom to the Future” contains a collection of his favorite speeches and tributes throughout the years, from his iconic “I am prepared to die” speech during the Rivonia Trial, to addresses he presented at the United Nations. 23.5 cm x 16.5 cm x 5 cm / 9.2 x 6.4 x 1.9 in. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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SIGNED M A NDEL A R I VONI A T R I A L PHOTOGR A PH A photocopy of Nelson Mandela leaving court smiling during the Rivonia Trial. This photocopy is hand-signed in ink by Nelson Mandela.
The Rivonia Trial, which has been called “the trial that changed South Africa,” famously led to the imprisonment of Nelson Mandela as well as ten other political activists combating apartheid under charges of conspiring to overthrow the South African government and sabotage. It also centered Mr. Mandela as the face and leader of the anti-apartheid movement. Mr. Mandela was facing the death sentence, leading to his famous speech, “I Am Prepared to Die.” “I have dedicated my life to this struggle of the African people. I have fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons will live together in harmony and with equal opportunities. It is an ideal for which I hope to live for and to see realized. But, My Lord, if it needs to be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die.” - Nelson Mandela This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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JE W ISH MEMOR IE S OF M A NDEL A A gift given to Nelson Mandela from Chief Rabbi Cyril Harris.
The book is presented in a one of a kind personalized wood veneer slip case with a carved inscription from Harris to Mandela that reads: “Nelson Mandela has shown the way towards reconciliation, how to embrace one’s fellows and reach out towards a better future. He has taught us all that it means to be a human being.” Jewish Memories of Mandela contains chronicles of individual Jewish men and women that were involved in the life and career of Nelson Mandela. It also records the remarkable extent to which Jewish South Africans participated in the anti-apartheid struggle, as well as in the post-apartheid era of nation-building, reconstruction, and reconciliation. Furthermore, it demonstrates how the Jewish communal leadership, including the SA Jewish Board of Deputies and Chief Rabbi Cyril Harris, went about leading the Jewish community in being an active part in the process of transition to multiracial democracy after 1990. Jewish Memories of Mandela is a significant inclusion to the historiography of anti-apartheid activism within the white community, in which the Jewish community formed a part. Additionally, this book documents a salient chapter in the history of the South African Jewish community and the contribution its members made to the country. Author: David Saks. It was a gift given to him to celebrate his 100 year centenary by the South African Jewish Board and Association. Harris was often referred to as “Madiba’s Rabbi” in the press. Very light stripping of wood veneer on top panel, otherwise excellent condition. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. 31 cm x 4.75 cm x 32.5 cm / 12.25 x 1.88 x 12.75 in. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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06 “BR E A K I NG F R EE” OR IGI NA L CH A RCOA L DR AW I NG, NEL SON M A NDEL A “Breaking Free” by Nelson Mandela. A unique original charcoal drawing accompanied by a letter of authenticity from Nelson Mandela’s daughter, Dr. Makaziwe Mandela. On art paper, the drawing bears Nelson Mandela’s signature. 42 cm x 59.4 cm. Following his presidency, Nelson Mandela became interested in creating works of art, the majority of which had political meaning. The theme of a number of his works proved to be hands, handcuffs, and chains. The only known work of his focusing entirely on a chain, the symbolism of this charcoal drawing is clear. As a political activist, Mr. Mandela was not just a man of words but also a man of action. Refusing to sit idly as the South African government instilled increasingly oppressive, racist laws under apartheid, he was responsible for helping launch the Definance Campaign, a massive act of civil disobedience. Later, Mandela led the group known as the Umkhonto weSizwe, or Spear of the Nation which, in 1961, took up arms in response to the Sharpeville Massacre of 1960. The ripping apart of these chains infers not passivity, nor even resistance, but instead, action. Reflecting upon his work, Mr. Mandela wrote, “These sketches are not so much about my life as they are about my own country. I hope that it will give you as much pleasure as I have had, in creating these images.” The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A’ S 20 0 0 BT EM M A AWA R D Sculpture of a woman holding a globe. The inscription on the award reads “BT EMMA AWARDS 2000 Life Time Achievement Award NELSON MANDELA Former President of South Africa.”
The EMMA - Ethnic Multicultural Media Academy Awards - is an awards ceremony located in the United Kingdom that aims to raise awareness of discrimination and celebrate multiculturalism and understanding. Although Mr. Mandela had retired from public life by 2000, he continued to write books and work as a mediator in international conflicts such as the ethnic conflict in Burundi, earning him awards in recognition of his important work. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. 28.5 cm / 11.2 in. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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M A NDEL A BUS T BY CH A R LE S G OT T H A R D
An intricately sculpted bronze bust of Nelson Mandela by noted South African artist, Charles Gotthard. This handsome bronze likeness of Nelson Mandela was gifted by the artist to Madiba in 1994 upon his election as President. Charles Gotthard has been one of South Africa’s most avant-garde & successful sculptors and ceramists for many decades. His work can be found in South African museums including the Pretoria Art Museum, the Potchefstroom Gallery and the Tas Gallery. This is a unique, one-of-a-kind work of art accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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09 R EF LEC T IONS OF ROBBEN ISL A ND SER IE S I A complete suite of 5 lithographs printed in color, and a sheet of text composed by the artist printed in black. Each sheet is signed in pencil, and numbered AP XVII/L lower left, with a blind stamp of clasped hands. Each sheet measures 50.8cm x 71.12cm; 20” x 28” The lithographs depict the view from Mandela’s cell window, the interior of his cell showing his few belongings, the harbour that brought prisoners onto Robben Island, and the island’s lighthouse and church. In his text, Mandela recounts his thoughts and memories of Robben Island stating: “Today when I look at Robben Island I see it as a celebration of the struggle and a symbol of the finest qualities of the human spirit, rather than as a monument to the brutal tyranny and oppression of apartheid.” Going on the explain “I have attempted to colour the island sketches in ways that reflect the positive light in which I view it. This is what I would like to share with people around the world and, hopefully, also project the idea that even the most fantastic dreams can be achieved if we are prepared to endure life’s challenges.” Includes Certificate of Authenticity from Dr. Makaziwe Mandela and The House of Mandela. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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U NI T ED S TAT E S M I N T M A NDEL A COI N
From Nelson Mandela’s personal collection, a US minted bronze coin dedicated to Nelson Mandela. The coin features a relief of his face and name on the front, and the inscription, “Nelson Mandela dedicated his life to the victory of democracy over apartheid” on the back. Stored in a velvet case, the coin measures 1.5” in diameter. Honoring Mr. Mandela, this is a replica of the Congressional Gold Medal Awarded to him on September 23rd, 1998 at the U.S. Capitol Building. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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PR E SIDEN T LI NCOL N BOOK GIF T ED TO NEL SON M A NDEL A This first edition copy of “The History of The Administration of President Lincoln”
It is inscribed and given as a gift to President Mandela by Franklin A. Thomas, the first African American President of the Ford Foundation and Kate Roosevelt Whitney, grandaughter of U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt and First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. It is bound in black leather with raised bands and gilt-decorated spines. The book comes with a certificate from Bauman Rare Books that certifies this is a first edition copy, stating “An extremely good copy, superbly bound”. This book was written by Henry J. Raymond and published in 1864, towards the end of the American Civil War. It’s contents includes number of letters, addresses, and speeches made by President Lincoln. Certainly many have drawn comparisons between the former president and Mr. Mandela, with publications such as ABC News and Time calling him a “Lincoln of Africa.” Included within the book is the inscription: “Dear President Mandela with our deepest respect and friendship. Franklin A. Thomas Kate Roosevelt Whitney, April 2nd, 1996” There is a seperate note to Mandela from Thomas and Whitney in a small envelope tucked inside the cover. The note reads: “Dear President Mandela Abraham Lincoln kept the United States together at a crucial period in its history and thus allowed it to begin it’s guest to become an inclusive, free and prosperous nation. That quest continues for us. Lincoln’s speeches belong on your shelf and we wanted you to have this edition. You are the father of the new South Africa which has begun a similiar quest. Wuth our deepest respect and friendship. Franklin A. Thomas andKate Roosevelt Whitney, April 2nd, 1996” It seems that Mr. Thomas gave this book to Madiba when he visited him in the city of Cape Town as the stationary is from a Cape Town hotel. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. 19.3 cm x 13.4 cm x 3.5 cm / 7.5 in x 6.3 in x 0.9 in The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A’ S PR ISON CELL E X ERCISE BIC YCLE In his autobiography ‘Long Walk To Freedom’, Nelson Mandela penned “I have always believed that exercise is the key not only to physical health, but to peace of mind,” going on to say “Exercise dissipates tension, and tension is the enemy of serenity.” It is well documented how integral exercise was to Mandela’s survival in prison. A part of his daily routine and the foundation of his perseverance, he began every day with an hour long 5 A.M. workout. In the infamous harshness of Robben Island (where he spent his first 14 years of imprisonment) proper shoes would have been a luxury, let alone sporting equipment. In 1982, Mandela was transferred to Pollsmoor Prison. While far from freedom, conditions at Pollsmoor were less harsh and the prisoners were allotted more basic privileges. One of which was the access to sporting equipment such as tennis rackets and table tennis paddles. Mandela requested this exercise bike as an alternative to prohibited jogging. Mandela used the bicycle to rebuild his strength and endurance after a decade and a half of back-breaking labor and nearly unbearable conditions. One could easily look at this moment as a turning point in Mandela’s path to freedom. He would use the bicycle daily until his transfer to Victor Verster Prison in 1988, leaving the bicycle behind for a fellow prisoner to continue to use. Complying with Mandela’s wishes, Christo Brand, who was in charge of the ordering and taking inventory of such items, preserved the bicycle. Recognizing that one day the bike might be viewed as something of an historic object, Mandela asked Brand to keep it safe, joking that his friend might get some use out of it as well. In the face of seemingly insurmountable odds, this exercise device played an important role in Mandela’s health and resilience. It remains in working order and largely untouched since the days when Nelson Mandela would ride it every morning. Property of Christo Brand, Nelson Mandela’s former Jailer and close Friend. Please note: Nelson Mandela’s exercise bicycle remains in South Africa, therefore the buyer is purchasing it F.O.B. South Africa. Guernsey’s will assist the successful bidder in making shipping arrangements from South Africa to anywhere in the world the buyer wishes to have the bicycle sent. Shipping is the buyer’s expense. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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HOLY QU R A N I N K A A BA BOX
A copy of the Holy Quran in black velvet cover with a gold-tone plaque shaped as an open book. Encased in a black velvet box with gold ribbon decorated to replicate The Kaaba, a building at the center of the Masjid al-Haram in Mecca, Saudi Arabia.The box opens to beautifully display the Quran. Inside the case contains a plaque with exquisite Arabic calligraphy. The enclosure secures with a clasp when closed. This lovely copy of the Holy Quran was likely given as a diplomatic gift by the Muslim community of South Africa, which notably had warm relations with Mr. Nelson Mandela. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. Enclosure: 20.3 cm x 18.4 cm x 18.4 cm / 8 in x 7.25 in x 7.25 in Quran: 12.7 cm x 7.6 cm x 3.2 cm / 5 in x 3 in x 1 ¼ in The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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PR E SIDEN T A ND M R S. OBA M A’ S GIF T TO NEL SON M A NDEL A
This beautifully woven blanket depicts a red, white and blue styled version of the American flag and contains the embroidered words, “Presented to Mr. Nelson Mandela Former President of the Republic of South Africa by Barack Obama President of the United States of America and Mrs. Michelle Obama June 2013.” It is contained in its original box, with embossed stationary from the White House addressing Makaziwe Mandela, Nelson Mandela’s daughter. Illinois Senator Barack Obama met Nelson Mandela met in 2005. When the two men met again in 2013, Mr. Obama was President of the United States. This final meeting was just months before Madiba’s passing. As President, Mr. Obama often spoke of the profound effect Nelson Mandela had on his life and his decision to pursue a career in politics. Indeed, Mr. Obama noted that his life in politics began when he attended an anti-apartheid rally at Occidental College in 1981. In Johannesburg at the memorial ceremonies following Nelson Mandela’s funeral, Mr. Obama gave a speech saying, “Mandela taught us the power of action, but he also taught us the power of ideas; the importance of reason and arguments; the need to study not only those who you agree with, but also those who you don’t agree with. He understood that ideas cannot be contained by prison walls, or extinguished by a sniper’s bullet. He turned his trial into an indictment of apartheid because of his eloquence and his passion, but also because of his training as an advocate.” This important gift blanket forever links these two great men. The original gift box, wrapped in gold paper with the Presidential Seal is included. “Beaver State” Wool Blanket by Pendleton. 172.7 cm x 203.2 cm / 68 in x 80 in. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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M A NDEL A BUS T BY JOH N F R A NCIS GA R DNER
Standing on an African Sandstone base, this piece is one of world renowned bronze sculptor John Francis Gardner’s most notable works. Gardner is known for sculpting world figures, studying them and creating life from raw clay, capturing the essence of their personality in the bronze. And he did just so with President Mandela. So much so that the Project Manager for the Centre of Memories in Johannesburg said that he had once seen Madiba himself standing in his doorway smiling at the bronze. This incredible work of art is the finest piece in Gardner’s “Legends of Africa” series in which he created sculptures of Desmond Tutu, Ian Player and FW de Klerk. The sculpture is accompanied by a handmade bronze plate including and imprint of Mr. Mandela’s signature and that of the artist. The edition is of 12 pieces, this piece is marked #7/12 and is one of two remaining in the artists collection. Notable others sat on Mr. Mandela’s desk, another was presented to the Nelson Mandela Foundation, two were auctioned and the proceeds donated to NICRO - National Institute for Crime Prevention in South Africa. One of the pieces was stolen after a successful charity auction in London … the piece remains “missing/ lost”. 35 cm (shoulder width) x 25 cm x 58.5 cm (height including base) / 13.8” x 9.8” x 23” Base Dimensions: 18 cm x 18 cm x 15 cm / 7” x 7” x 6” The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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I NSCR IBED FA M ILY COP Y OF “M A NDEL A : T HE AU T HOR I Z ED P ORT R A I T ” Nelson Mandela inscribed and signed copy of his book, “Mandela: The Authorized Portrait.” The inscription is to his eldest daughter, Dr. Makaziwe Mandela. It reads: “To Maki - 28.02.08 - Mandela”
The Mandela family noted that Mr. Mandela sent signed copies of all of his books to each of his children and grandchildren. Mandela: The Authorized Portrait, was published in 2003, following his presidency. The book contains a description of his life as well as many interviews with members of his family. The book also contains a foreword written by his longtime ally and friend, former president Bill Clinton. Mr. Clinton writes, “’What makes Mandela so special is that he’s a real human being. . . . He’s got a real life. And the fact that he is so flesh-and-blood real makes his greatness and his sacrifice and his wisdom and his courage in the face of all that has happened to him even more remarkable.” This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. 30.5 cm x 24.2 cm x 3.5 in / 12 in x 6.4 in x 1.3 in The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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“35 SON NET S” BY F ER NA NDO PE S SOA , GIF T ED TO NEL SON M A NDEL A
“35 Sonnets” by Fernando Pessoa, 1918. The gift to Mandela came from noted International law professor Agostinho Pereira de Miranda. Included is a handwritten letter from Miranda: “Dear Madiba, On your 85th birthday, please accept this book as a token of my highest admiration and respect. Fernando Pessoa is the most international Portuguese writer ever, due to what he feared during the 9 years he spent in South African soil attending high school.” An outspoken admirer of Nelson Mandela, Agostinho Pereira de Miranda is an accomplished Portuguese lawyer, a Professor of Law and currently is serving on the ICSID (The World Bank) Panels of Arbitrators and Conciliators. In celebration of Mr. Mandela’s birthday, Miranda sent this copy of the work of Fernando Pessoa, one of the premier Portuguese poets of the early twentieth century. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. 22.2 cm x 16.2 cm x 2.5 cm / 8.7 in x 6.3 in x 0.9 in. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A’ S
Being able to exercise one’s mind and body through play was an immensely freeing. Playing tennis and attending to my gardening became my two favourite hobbies on Robben Island. It was a strange sensation enjoying such civilized hobbies in such an uncivilized place. It caused me to reflect on the strange and perverse nature of apartheid, where they wrongly thought that one people’s freedom could only be enjoyed at the expense and oppression of another.”
ROBBEN ISL A ND T EN NIS R ACQUET
One of Nelson Mandela’s original tennis racquets from his time on Robben Island. Included is a handwritten note with a description as follows: ““In 1997 forced manual labour was indeed (banned) after we maintained a two-year go-slow strike. We asked to do something more constructive with our days instead of the monotony of mining lime and stone from the quarries. This action, however, robbed us of the opportunity to exercise, and after much effort we convinced the warders to allow us to convert the courtyard into a tennis court.
Nelson Mandela 2003”” Nelson Mandela famously protested the inhumane conditions for prisoners during his 27-year sentence on Robben Island. This eventually led to the abolishment of the daily backbreaking physical tasks typical of Robben Island prisoners such as “mining lime and stone from the quarries.” However, this was just the beginning, Nelson Mandela also continued to fight for the right to convert the prison’s cement courtyard into a painted tennis court and recreational activity area. This was the first time Mandela had the chance to play tennis since his time in University. Eventually, his protest for humane living conditions inspired the International Committee of the Red Cross to outline the “Mandela Rules,” which specify humane standards for prisoner treatment.
Prior to this, the prisoners were marched round and round the courtyard for half an hour every day. We used to walk around the courtyard quickly in single file under the watchful eye of the guards. Our persistence paid off and we painted the cement courtyard surface to create a traditional tennis court layout. Strangely, Robben Island was the first opportunity for me to play tennis since university. I was by no means an expert, but the exercise was a welcome break from the walks to and from the quarries and round and round the yard.
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SILV ER BOX GIF T ED TO NEL SON M A NDEL A A gift to Nelson Mandela from President of the Republic of Italy, Oscar Luigi Scalfaro, President of the Republic of Italy from 1992-1999, likely given to President Mandela during his 1998 visit to Italy.
The Italian Presidential Seal, consisting of the interlocking letters “I” and “R” topped by a crown, is etched into the top of the lidded box, with President Scalfaro’s name etched beneath the seal. President Scalfaro held office. The front side of the box features the official entrance of the Quirinale Palace in Rome, one of the three current official residences of the President of the Italian Republic. PAMPALONI / STERLING is incised on the bottom of the box. Founded in 1902 in Florence, Pampaloni has become one of the most prestigious silver ateliers in Italy. Known for its innovative design and traditional techniques, Pampaloni has the distinction of working hand-in-hand with skilled designers to craft unique one-of-a-kind creations, in styles ranging from classic to contemporary. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. 11.4 cm x 10.8 cm x 14.6 cm / 4.5 in x 4.125 in x 5.75 in The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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“ T HE LIGH T HOUSE , ROBBEN ISL A ND,” NEL SON M A NDEL A
An original drawing by Mr. Mandela of the Lighthouse on the infamous Robben Island. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by his daughter, Makaziwe Mandela. The certificate reads, “This drawing was created by my father Nelson Mandela at his home in Johannesburg. Nelson Mandela. (He) produced a collection of drawings and a series of signed print editions from selected images between 2001 and 2004. The original drawings were created in charcoal and pastel on paper, each piece was drawn from photographic references. They include a variety of subjects which were close to his heart. This original piece has been in safekeeping since it was drawn by him. I warrant that the image represented herein is an original drawing by Nelson Mandela.” Pastel and charcoal on cotton paper.
Nelson Mandela depicts Robben Island’s iconic lighthouse that was constructed in 1864, on the highest elevation point of the tiny two square mile island. When Robben Island was converted to a prison from 1960 to 1996, the structure was maintained by a lighthouse keeper who would rely on the prison staff for supplies and transport to the mainland. While prisoners would not have access to the lighthouse, it served as a beacon in both a literal and metaphorical sense. Mr. Mandela depicts the lighthouse as small, distant, across a body of water, perhaps invoking a poignant sense of distance from the building meant to represent safety, hope, and freedom. Image (sight): 40 cm x 57.8 cm / 15.75 in x 22.75 in Frame: 64.7 cm x 82.5 cm / 25.5 in x 32.5 in The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A , H A ND OF A F R IC A , LI T HOGR A PH Hand of Africa - Right Hand, 2002. An imprint of Nelson Mandela’s right hand, with his printed signature below. Lithograph
printed in black on BFK Rives paper. Signed in pencil. Numbered AP XXXVIII/L, with blind stamp. Sheet measures 71 cm x 50 cm / 28” x 19 ¾” This striking and potent image of Nelson Mandela’s right hand has been said to resemble the shape of the continent of Africa. Arguably the greatest statesman of the twentieth century, Mandela’s achievements and personal triumph have become a powerful symbol to people all over the world that good will ultimately prevail. Just as Mandela’s hand has left a clear imprint on the paper, his courage, compassion, and humanity left an even more indelible imprint on Africa and on the World. Includes Certificate of Authenticity signed by Dr. Makaziwe Mandela. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A’ S ROBBEN ISL A ND PR ISON CELL K E Y There is ample evidence to suggest that even during pre-historic times, the use of the fence played a role in primitive cultures. Fences marked off boundaries and, in time, proved critical as man learned the importance of breeding and working with domesticated animals. However, it was the invention of the lock that gave new meaning to fences and other type enclosures. Some say that it was in ancient Egypt that the lock was invented. Others point to England for the first metal mechanisms designed to keep fence gates closed and prevent doors from being opened. In any case, the invention of the lock introduced a new concept into society. For the first time, one man could keep another man confined. With the creation of locks came the notion of prisons which, as onerous as they were, served an importance purpose: to prevent people determined to have done bad things from continuing in their anti-social ways. But as is often the case, what started out as meaningful and beneficial to society branched off to occasionally have warped and distorted effects. European Jews can certainly speak of the locks that prohibited their escape from Hitler’s death camps. And California’s internment camps for Japanese-Americans, though far from the painful reality of the German camps, still severely impacted the lives of innocent people. In a subtler yet no less hateful way, locks have been used to imprison those unjustly convicted. And so it was for Nelson Mandela and his fellow Rivonia Trial cell mates. Mr. Mandela’s twenty-seven-year incarceration and his never-ending fight for justice is well documented. Indeed, this very auction includes powerful letters which Mr. Mandela wrote from prison, crying out not so much for his own well-being but for the safety of his family and for the human rights deprived from his fellow South Africans. Typically, a lock is fixed in place. It is part of a structure... set into a door or welded to iron bars. An inanimate object, in and of itself a lock will not operate. A human is needed to consciously decide to activate that lock. To open or close it. But as is the case with most locks, another critical element is needed - the key. In the simplest terms, a key is the link between man and device. It enables man to activate a device; it allows man to take action. The decision to open or close a lock starts in the brain and travels to the hand. But without the key, the lock remains inert. The key is the activator, the driver. It was the key that first closed the lock that confined Nelson Mandela to his miserable Robben Island concrete box. It was the key that allowed Mandela brief spurts into the sunshine, albeit to deal with the brutality of breaking limestone. And ultimately, it was the key that opened the lock to Madiba’s freedom. To rise from prisoner to President. Without the key, Mandela’s countryman might still be under the oppression of apartheid. Without the key, countless millions around the globe would not have been able to celebrate Mandela’s ultimate glorious story. The worst of humanity is symbolized by the key; the best of humanity is symbolized by the key. It is the key that imprisoned Mandela; it is the key that set him free. This is the Robben Island key that prison guard Christo Brand used daily to operate the lock on Nelson Mandela’s cell. Property of Christo Brand, Nelson Mandela’s former Jailer and close Friend. Please note: Nelson Mandela’s Prison Cell Key has been part of a traveling museum exhibition. The Key will be removed from its current exhibit and available to the successful bidder on or about March 1, 2022. The buyer of the Key will be listed on Guernsey’s insurance policy as an Additional Insured and Loss Payee until the Key is released to the buyer or her/his representative or shipper. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A SI LK PATCH WOR K QUILT Stunning one of a kind patchwork quilt composed of the fabric offcuts from several of Nelson Mandela’s famed “Madiba” shirts as well as fabrics gifted to Mandela from foreign leaders and dignitaries. Many of Nelson Mandela’s iconic “Madiba” shirts were created by designer Desré Buirski. Made from Madiba shirt fabric, this quilt is one of two unique creations. The other quilt was auctioned for €360,000 in Monaco as part of a fundraising event hosted by Nelson Mandela and Prince Albert of Monaco. The auction took place at the Hotel de Paris benefiting several worthy causes including Nelson Mandela’s Children’s Fund and The Nelson Mandela Foundation. The auction was attended by Bono, Morgan Freeman, Wyclef Jean, Jimmy Cliff, Naomi Campbell and many other celebrated figures. The second quilt, kept in South Africa by the quilt creator and “Madiba” shirt designer Desré Buirski all these years, is now being made available to the public for the first time. It is notable to mention this is the only known instance where Mandela approved the use of his signature on any form of printed fabric, adding to the rarity of this already incredibly unique work of art. Cut quite literally from the same cloth as the iconic “Madiba” shirts, which he wore to separate himself from apartheid-era leadership, the quilt serves as a compilation of these important shirts and the symbolism they represent. Featuring 345 patches of “Madiba” shirt offcuts and fabrics gifted to Mandela, the quilt features loops across the top for hanging display and measures 105” x 78” with the loops extending another 6 inches.
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the upturned fist was popularized as a symbol of resistance and black liberation movements. Mr. Mandela famously used the gesture after his release from prison, and continued to use it at public events throughout his political career.
NEL SON M A NDEL A’ S F IS T SCULP T ED I N BRONZ E
A unique, one of a kind two-piece sculpted bronze of Nelson Mandela’s fist, with Mr. Mandela’s signature etched into the side. Includes Certificate of Authenticity signed by Dr. Makaziwe Mandela - The House of Mandela.
Mr. Mandela frequently depicted hands in his artwork and drawings. Reflecting on his work, he stated “These hands are not so much about my life as they are about my country,” “I chose hands because they can hurt or heal, punish or uplift…. In time we broke loose the shackles of injustice and joined hands across social divides and over oceans knowing that even if age makes us wiser guides, its the love and trust of the youth that reminds us of love trust and the value of life.”
This powerful cast of Nelson Mandela’s fist contains remarkable detail, showing the texture of his skin and creases in his palm. Small scars from injuries suffered in prison can be seen on his thumb. A dramatic textured bronze background supports the hand. Mr. Mandela’s signature appears on the side of the base.
26.7 cm x 20.3 cm x 10.2 cm / 10.5 in x 8.5 in x 4.25 in. Mr. Mandela’s artwork often revolved around political subject matter or his own life experiences, particularly during his imprisonment. While this work appears to be a straightforward mold of his hands,
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NEL SON M A NDEL A’ S R AY BA N AV I ATOR SU NGL A S SE S
Nelson Mandela suffered permanent eye damage during his imprisonment as a result of constant exposure to the harsh sun rays and bright reflections caused by the surrounding sand and limestone. After becoming President, he was often seen and photographed in Ray Ban aviator-styled sunglasses. In 2014, in an artistic work intended to honor Mr. Mandela, a Cape Town artist chose to sculpt a giant pair of Ray Ban glasses, causing a good deal of controversy after being labeled an insult to his memory. These were President Mandela’s personal sunglasses. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A SIGNED “F ROM F R EEDOM TO T HE F U T U R E” A limited edition, signed copy of “From Freedom to the Future” with a black leather cover. Copy: 40/250.
After being released from prison, Nelson Mandela went on to become a prolific writer. He has written several international bestsellers, including “A Long Walk to Freedom.” Published during Mr. Mandela’s retirement in 2003, “From Freedom to the Future” contains a collection of his favorite speeches and tributes throughout the years, from his iconic “I am prepared to die” speech during the Rivonia Trial, to addresses he presented at the United Nations. This book is bound in a special leather cover and is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. 23.5 cm x 16.5 cm x 5 cm / 9.2 x 6.4 x 1.9 in. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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NEL SON M A NDEL A’ S U NIQUE G OLD MEDA LLION, #1/1
Encased in a replica of his prison cell, this Gold Medallion was made to honor the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela. With plaque, stand, case, smaller case for the medallion,. The cell key is silver and plated in gold, and contains the numbers, “697-3000.” The front of the plaque contains a stone from Mr. Mandela’s jail cell, Mr. Mandela’s signature, and a description that reads, “Ah, Madiba! Imprisonment 19631990 27 Years of incarceration, President of South Africa 1994-1999 Journey to the Union Building.” Importantly, numbered 1/1, this was initially intended to be an edition of what was to be called the Freedom Series. The Series was not produced and this is the only example created. It is unique. The back of the plaque depicts two hands breaking apart chains and reads, “’Freedom is a hard won journey, we should never take for granted.’” The case is a black box and has a photo of Mr. Mandela with a description that reads, “What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” The plaque also bears Mr Mandela’s daughter’s signature. The medallion case is gold-toned and comes in the shape of a jail cell. The medallion itself is 1oz pure gold and bears the description, “Special Centenary Edition 1/1. Nelson Mandela Prison Life 11/06/1994 - 11/02/1990. 1oz Au 999.9.” The House of Mandela and African Royal Mint; #1/1. The entire set comes with a description that reads, “Special Edition Freedom Series Medallions. The house of Mandela African Royal Mint is proud to release the “THE FREEDOM SERIES MEDALLIONS” with an actual replica of his ROBBEN ISLAND PRISON CELL KEY in fine silver and gold plated. As Tata Madiba, Rolihlahla, walked out of prison his stride was strong and dignified; the years of suffering were belied; he disavowed the warriors sword; He was truly free; for him resentment, anger, bitterness, hatred was like drinking poison and then hoping it will kill your enemies. For him “to be free was not merely to cast of one’s chains but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others. May this medallion and key be your journey to freedom.” This one piece was created for the celebration of Mandiba’s Centenary. It is one-of-a-kind, and the only one produced. This item comes with an official certificate. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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SOU T H A F R IC A’ S 1996 CONS T I T U T ION SIGNED BY PR E SIDEN T NEL SON M A NDEL A The 1996 Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, signed into law on December 10, heralded a new era for South Africa and brought with it significant and positive changes for its people. This Constitution marked one of the last chapters in South Africa’s transition from the abhorrent system of apartheid to a democratic system of government. It contained the Bill of Rights and other important clauses safeguarding human rights and fundamental freedoms. These basic laws would help to foster the process of forgiveness and healing from the traumas and serious injustices of the past and provide the people of South Africa with a document containing the necessary checks and balances ensuring that the rule of law would prevail in the country. Following Mandela’s release from prison, he secured a job for his former prison guard and warden, Christo Brand, as the administrative and logistics manager in the Constitutional Assembly. This was where the Constitution was being prepared, and where numerous interim versions had previously been assembled. This was also where members of the public and political parties could submit proposals that they wanted to be included in the new constitution. One night in late November, Brand was tasked with going to Cedar Press, where a large format of the latest version of the Constitution was to be printed. He was to collect the first ten copies and deliver them immediately to the President’s office for review and proofreading. Instead of 10 copies, he took 11 copies, in hopes of having Mandela sign the 11th copy for him to keep. Upon arrival at the President’s office, he asked that Mandela autograph his copy, which Brand has retained since then. Inasmuch as the other ten copies were created to be reviewed and marked up with changes, it is doubtful that any of those survived. This newest version of the Constitution was then distributed to all members of Parliament for review. Following its approval, this became the final version of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. Property of Christo Brand, Nelson Mandela’s former Jailer and close Friend Please note: This South Africa Constitution has been part of a traveling museum exhibition. The Constitution will be removed from its current exhibit and available to the successful bidder on or about March 1, 2022. The buyer of the Constitution will be listed on Guernsey’s insurance policy as an Additional Insured and Loss Payee until the Constitution is released to the buyer or her/his representative or shipper. Bust (with base): 12.7 cm x 10.16 cm x 22.9 cm / 5” x 4” x 9” Base: 12 cm x 12 cm x 2.5 cm / 4.75” x 4.75” x 1” The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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U NI T ED NAT IONS SECR ETA RY GENER A L’ S GIF T TO NEL SON M A NDEL A
Pen set consisting of two Waterman pens presented in a dark blue leatherette box imprinted on the cover with a gold United Nations emblem; gold lettering “Secretary General” in English and French. As early as 1946, members of the United Nations were involved with Nelson Mandela’s fight against apartheid. Many condemned apartheid and in 1962, censured the Foreign Minister of South Africa in response to the Sharpeville Massacre. Also in 1962, the UN requested Secretary General U Thant to help obtain the release of Mr. Mandela after he received a term of life in prison. For the next three decades, the UN continued to exert international pressure on the South African government to release Mr. Mandela. In 1990 after Mr. Mandela was released from prison, he addressed the UN’s Special Committee against Apartheid in New York. As President of South Africa, he addressed the United Nations General Assembly on four separate occasions. Personal honors he further received from Secretary Generals Javier Perez de Cuellar and Ban Ki Moon, lead to the creation of the Nelson Mandela Peace Summit and Mandela Day, an international observance every July 18th, marking Mr. Mandela’s date of birth. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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H A RVA R D U NI V ER SI T Y ’ S GIF T TO NEL SON M A NDEL A
Harvard University’s commemorative handcrafted pewter Revere bowl with a curvaceous lip marking the historic date Nelson Mandela received his honorary Doctorate’s degree in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The front inscription reads, “On the occasion of the visit of His Excellency Nelson Mandela President of the Republic of South Africa September 18, 1998 Harvard University.” The back contains the Harvard “Veritas” engraving. TIFFANY & CO / HANDCRAFTED PEWTER is incised on the bottom of the bowl. In the School’s long history, Harvard University has only bestowed three honorary degrees for special occasions outside of commencement: George Washington (Doctorate Degree, 1776), Winston Churchill (Doctorate of Law, 1942), and Nelson Mandela (Doctorate of Law, 1998). It was during President Mandela’s final trip to the United States as President of South Africa on September 18th, 1998 that this unique, important and extremely rare convocation took place. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. 17.78 cm diameter, 10.5 cm high / 7” diameter, 4.25” high. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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31 R EF LEC T IONS OF ROBBEN ISL A ND SER IE S I I The complete suite of 15 sheets includes 5 lithographs, printed in color on wove paper, each signed in pencil by the artist. Included in the suite are 5 printed sheets each reproducing Mandela’s written text, and 5 printed illustrations created in collaboration between Mandela and Grant Warren, each signed in pencil by Warren. All sheets are numbered 133/350 lower left, with a blind stamp of clasped hands. Each sheet measures 40 cm x 50 cm / 16” x 20” The texts that accompany each of the 5 lithographs, titled “The Courtyard” “The Ward”, “The Tennis Court”, “The Guard Tower” and “Mandela’s Walk” offer Mandela’s recollections from Robben Island. Referring to “The Ward”, Mandela writes: “The only place where we could talk and share information with other inmates was in the prison hospital – and that thereby became more than an infirmary. The hospital I have sketched here served as a secret and vital link between us and the rest of the world.” His words on “The Guard Tower”: “… the towers and the ever-restraining barbed wired. The image shows the harsh reality that reminds me of our sacrifice and endurance.” In writing about “Mandela’s Walk” he says: “The Tower reminded us of exactly where we were and where we had expected to stay for the rest of our lives.” About “The Courtyard” he recounts, “The courtyard in Robben Island prison was an unfriendly, empty and barren place. It was a sombre reminder of where I was.” Reflecting about “The Tennis Court” Mandela writes, “It was a strange sensation enjoying such civilized hobbies in such an uncivilized place.” Includes Certificat of Authenticity from Dr. Makaziwe Mandela - The House of Mandela. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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F IOR I NO D’ORO GIF T ED TO NEL SON M A NDEL A BY F LOR ENCE’ S M AYOR Fiorini d’Oro Gifted to Nelson Mandela by Florence’s Mayor
A gold Florin encased in a red velvet box with a plaque that reads, “Fiorino d’Oro Della Citta di Firenze a NELSON ROLIHLAHLA MANDELA Firenze 16 aprile 2012 Il Sindaco Matteo Renzi.” This gold Florin, or fiorini d’oro, is a reproduction of the ancient currency of the Republic of Florence. It was gifted from the then mayor of Florence, Matteo Renzi, on the 16th of April, 2012. The two gentlemen had warm relations, and Mr. Renzi often honored Mr. Mandela in public statements, speaking eloquently about the late Madiba following his passing. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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TATOMK H ULU NEL SON M A NDEL A BUS T
A life-sized bust of Nelson Mandela mounted on a heavily grained wood base. Cold cast resin, finished with a metallic bronze patina. The front of the wooden base bears a plaque that reads, “Mandela 80 Tatomkhulu.” The bust has a inscription that reads, “Mandela 80 Kuse Mpondozankomo License of Authenticity.” This bust of Mr. Mandela features careful textured detailing in the hair and wrinkles of his face. The collar of his shirt has a bold pattern, referencing the vibrant patterned Madiba shirts that came to represent Mr. Mandela. The plaque refers to him as “Tatomkhulu,” which translates to grandfather in Xhosa, Mr. Mandela’s native language. This lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Provenance. 61 cm high x 40 cm wide x 25.4 cm deep / 24” high (including base) x 15.75” wide x 10” deep. The sale of this lot will support the building of the Mandela Memorial Garden.
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Thank You Dr. Makaziwe “Maki” Mandela Tukwini Mandela Themba Malakai Mphalala Valerie Steele Arlan Ettinger Susan Jaffe Steve Klein Scott Graham Alice Nemoto
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