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Richmond Fine Art auction house expands collection to include Canadian & International Contemporary Art YKLM hosts first auction of Canadian art Nov. 12
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o r k by s o m e o f C a n a da’s f i n e st working artists will highlight a coming auction from the Canadian and International Art Department at YKLM.
Building on its established reputation for traditional Chinese artwork and antiques, the Canadian and International department came to life earlier this year in response to a growing market. “While we currently represent a part of the renowned and relatively established Asian art market, there remains a lot of potential for the comprehensive sphere of contemporary Canadian art,” explains Emily Cavanagh, from YKLM. YKLM’s first live Canadian art auction will take place at its Richmond art gallery, known as Lipont, on Nov. 12. “There already exists a market for historical and post-war Canadian artworks. We found that with the advantage of our contemporary art gallery, owned by the same company, the opportunity to network and promote the various established artists in the area is considerable,” Cavanagh says. “So, why not curate a live auction with one-of-a-kind works that our gallery audience hasn’t necessarily seen before, and that we can introduce to our global clientele?”
June Yun, SPRING DROPS 点绿 , Oil on Canvas, 28 x 28". Estimate: 2400-2800 CAD
A well-curated collection of traditional Canadian painting, such as oil on linen works by Sally Clark, will join more abstract contemporary pieces by artists such as the prolific Farahnaz Samari and Monica Gewurz. Between 20 and 25 artists are expected to be represented at the Nov. 12 auction, and the array of works and price points will make the event ideal for both the first-time buyer and collector – you might find the perfect pieces for your home or office, or a special gift for that discerning friend. The Canadian art auction comes at a time when a growing market of Chinese collectors who, in their search for Chinese classical paintings and works abroad, have developed a strong interest in Western art.
June Yun, PINK DROPS 粉点 , Oil on Canvas, 20 x 24". Estimate: 1600-1800 CAD
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With established collectors appreciating the familiar works of artists such as Emily Carr and the Group of Seven, the sale does reflect elements of classic Canadian painting. However the variation of style and technique is likely to attract a wider audience, and potentially expand the collecting strategy of the seasoned buyer.
