Leading UK and international artists have generously donated major works of art to a charity auction for Gasworks, a UK registered charity providing studios and programmes for some of the most promising artists in London. The vital funds raised will contribute to the purchase and renovation of the gallery, the education space and artists’ studios, in Gasworks’ home of 20 years. Christie’s is pleased to collaborate with Gasworks in developing this selection, which will be offered for auction on Saturday 19 October 2013 at 1pm as part of the Post War and Contemporary Art Day Sale.
Fourteen artists including Turner Prize winner Chris Ofili and Turner Prize nominees Goshka Maçuga and Lynette Yiadom-Boakye have contributed signature works for the sale, many of which have been created especially for the occasion. Other artists in the auction include: Hurvin Anderson, Alexandre da Cunha, Matthew Darbyshire, Marcius Galan, Anthea Hamilton, Tonico Lemos Auad, Mateo Lopez, Renata Lucas, Cinthia Marcelle, Rashid Rana, and Daniel Sinsel.
The contributing artists are all currently or previously associated with Gasworks through studio tenures, residencies, workshops or UK exhibition premieres. Their donations represent a strong commitment to ensuring that the organisation continues to support future generations of artists.
