INVITATION to Pre-Loved Artwork Auction

Cranford Hospice Fundraiser

Date: Jul 23 – Jul 23Space: Main Gallery

In conjunction with the ‘The James Collection’ exhibition, Franki James is auctioning her private collection of around fifty artworks to raise funds for Cranford Hospice which does an amazing job of supporting local people.

The auction of ten of the main artworks will be kindly conducted by Brayden Coldicutt, while a silent auction of the remaining pieces will take place for the entire duration of the exhibition.

Gala Auction Evening: Wednesday 23rd July 6pm – 8pm 

 ALL WELCOME

When Franki James arrived in New Zealand at the turn of the century, she wondered how on earth she was going to make the transition from Paris, one of the cultural capitals of the world where she had lived for almost thirty years, to regional Napier. But, as she became involved in the local community, she very quickly came to realise that there was a wealth of talent here in Hawke’s Bay, particularly in music, theatre and art. Consequently, she set about supporting not only local performers but also emerging and established Kiwi artists. Now in her eighties, she has amassed a collection of around fifty artworks – mainly paintings, but also wood & glass sculptures and ceramics which she would like to share for a worthwhile cause.