The Thirty Six for Coral auction runs through June 22. A special gala event in Cap Ferrat on June 20th features 10 lots that will be auctioned off live & via-live stream for bidders that cannot attend in person. All proceeds benefit coral reefs. To learn more visit www.forcoral.org

Bid to create a future for coral reefs. 

<p><b>PHILIP COLBERT</b></p><div><br></div><div><i>The Coral Lobster</i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div>Acrylic</div><div><br></div><div>95.5 x 79.7 x 5 cm</div><div><i><br></i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div><i>2025</i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div>Philip Colbert’s tongue-in-cheek practice combines references to Pop icons such as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein with the compositional techniques of Old Masters such as Peter Paul Reubens and Anthony Van Dyck, all shot through with the psychologically probing humor of the Surrealists. His canvases collage recognizable such pop-cultural imagery as Captain America’s shield and branded Lacoste hoodies in jam-packed tableaux full of wry humor, often featuring his signature lobster character. Colbert occasionally translates his multilayered canvases to three-dimensional sculptural and installation works. He has exhibited in London, Busan, Seoul, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Los Angeles, and Miami, and his work has been exhibited at institutions including the Van Gogh Museum, the Modern Art Museum, Shanghai, and the Multimedia Art Museum in Moscow.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><p></p>


PHILIP COLBERT  |  The Coral Lobster

<p>The Coral Collective brings some of the worldʼs most celebrated artists together with its Thirty Six for Coral exhibition and sale.</p><p>The online auction opens on May 28th and bidding will remain open until June 27th.  Ten pieces will be selected for a live auction on June 20th.  Bidders will be informed on June 19th which pieces will be in the live auction and are able participate in the live auction online via livestream from Cap Ferrat.</p><p>Thirty Six for Coral is being exhibited at the iconic Grand Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat in the South of France from June 12-20. This immersive exhibition brings together 36 celebrated artists whose stunning works will serve as a powerful call to action for global conservation efforts for coral reefs, the rainforests of the sea.  Thirty Six for Coral aims to raise global awareness and secure essential funding for protection and restoration of one of the most critically endangered ecosystems on Earth.</p><p>Thirty Six for Coral has been made possible by the Pavoncelli Foundation.   We would also like to thank Hedley's and OMOSS for their support.</p><p>To learn about conservation impact being made,  please visit:  <a target="_BLANK" href="https://www.forcoral.org/impact">https://www.forcoral.org/impact</a></p><p>For enquiries, please contact: michele@weareprojectzero.org</p><p></p>


<p><b>BRITT BOUTROS-GHALI</b></p><div><br></div><div><i>Untitled&nbsp;</i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div><br></div><div>Acrylic on Canvas</div><div><br></div><div>180 x 123 cm</div><div><br></div><div>2024</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Britt Boutros-Ghali, the esteemed Norwegian-Egyptian abstract expressionist, has woven her artistic legacy into the very fabric of her adopted homeland of Egypt over the past five decades. Her journey is one of vibrant hues and boundless creativity, punctuated by accolades and recognition from around the globe. Born in 1937 against the stark backdrop of Svolvaer, Norway, Britt's early years were etched with contrasts — from the luminous summers to the enveloping darkness of winter, and the tumult of World War II looming in the background. It was amidst this emotional maelstrom that her artistic spirit took flight, finding solace and expression through bursts of color and emotion. Stepping into Britt's world is akin to embarking on a visual odyssey. Her canvases, marked by a kaleidoscope of colors and dynamic brushstrokes, exude an energy that is both captivating and enigmatic. Rooted in the principles of action painting, her process is a dance of spontaneity and structure, where the materials themselves become conduits for storytelling. At the heart of Britt's practice lies a deep reverence for her surroundings. Egypt's rich and exotic tapestry of culture and history serves as a perpetual wellspring of inspiration. From the bustling souks of Cairo to the tranquil shores of Agami, her dual studios reflect her profound connection to the land and its people.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><b>A Journey Through Color: The World of Britt Boutros-Ghali</b></div><div><br></div><div>In the bustling streets of Cairo, amidst the vibrant tapestry of Egyptian culture, resides a luminary whose canvases pulsate with life. Britt Boutros-Ghali, the esteemed Norwegian-Egyptian abstract expressionist, has woven her artistic legacy into the very fabric of her adopted homeland over the past five decades. Her journey is one of vibrant hues and boundless creativity, punctuated by accolades and recognition from around the globe.</div><div><br></div><div>Born in 1937 against the stark backdrop of Svolvaer, Norway, Britt's early years were etched with contrasts — from the luminous summers to the enveloping darkness of winter, and the tumult of World War II looming in the background. It was amidst this emotional maelstrom that her artistic spirit took flight, finding solace and expression through bursts of color and emotion.</div><div><br></div><div>Stepping into Britt's world is akin to embarking on a visual odyssey. Her canvases, marked by a kaleidoscope of colors and dynamic brushstrokes, exude an energy that is both captivating and enigmatic. Rooted in the principles of action painting, her process is a dance of spontaneity and structure, where the materials themselves become conduits for storytelling.</div><div><br></div><div>At the heart of Britt's practice lies a deep reverence for her surroundings. Egypt's rich and exotic tapestry of culture and history serves as a perpetual wellspring of inspiration. From the bustling souks of Cairo to the tranquil shores of Agami, her dual studios reflect her profound connection to the land and its people.</div><div><br></div><div>In 1996, Britt's contributions to the arts were honored with the prestigious St. Olav's Order, Norway's highest artistic accolade, bestowed upon her by King Haakon himself. Yet, it is perhaps her 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award for Women in the Arts from the Egyptian government that resonates most deeply. A testament to her indelible impact on the artistic landscape of her adopted homeland, it serves as a fitting tribute to a lifetime devoted to creativity and expression.</div><div><br></div><div>Today, Britt's home in Agami stands as a living testament to her artistic vision. Adorned with intricately crafted mosaics and murals, it serves as a beacon for local artists, collectors, and admirers alike. Here, amidst the whispers of the Mediterranean breeze, her legacy continues to unfold, inviting all who encounter it to embark on a journey through color, emotion, and the boundless depths of the human spirit.</div><div><br></div><p></p>


BRITT BOUTROS-GHALI  |  Untitled 

<p><b>Tessa 	Campbell Fraser	</b></p><div><br></div><div><i>Coda Conversation 34</i></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>28 x 36cm	</div><div><br></div><div>Oil paint on paper&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>2024&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Tessa Campbell Fraser is a British painter and sculptor based in Oxfordshire. Born in Edinburgh, she studied at Chelsea School of Art and afterwards established herself as one of the country’s leading animal artists. She has completed several major life-size, and larger than life, sculptures for clients including the late Queen Elizabeth II, the King of Bahrain, Knuthenborg Safari Park Denmark, William Grant &amp; Son, the Household Cavalry and Sir Jackie Stewart. She has work in private collections around the world including Australia, South Africa, Monaco, and the USA, and has exhibited widely including at the Royal Academy Summer Shows, Sculpture at Goodwood, the Pitt Rivers Museum, Oxford and the Natural History Museum in London where she had a major solo show in 2004. In 2001, she was elected an Associate Member of the Royal Society of Sculptors and became a Fellow of the Society in 2004.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Campbell Fraser’s work is informed by her travels, notably to Greenland, which inspired a series of paintings and allegorical sculptures exploring the interspecies relationship between man and animal. She Portrayed this in a group of sculptures for her Bishop and Bear series, which raise her concerns for the world in the face of the twin threats of War (and specifically people using religion as a pretext for conflict) and Climate Change (represented by the polar bear). She has been concerned with the effects of Climate Change for over twenty years and her sculptures offer a poignant and beautiful reflection on the symbiosis between man and animal, and how precarious this balance is for both as man encroaches more and more into the wild spaces. Her latest sculptures have articulated the effects of Climate Change, seen in the fragility of the 42,000 year old frozen foal encased in the Siberian permafrost and only now revealed by the retreating ice of the melting glaciers as a potent and portentous warning; or the empty polar bear skin hung on a peg, entitled ‘I keep thinking he’ll return’. Campbell Fraser’s current solastalgic sculptures are haunting, and eloquent reminders of our ‘One Foot in Eden’ ; of what may be lost if we refuse to recognise our symbiotic and tentacular connections and responsibilities.</div><p></p>


TESSA CAMPBELL FRASER  |  Coda Conversation 34

<b>ROB &amp; NICK CARTER</b><div><i><br></i></div><div><i>Valle della Luna II, Capo Testa, Sardinia&nbsp;</i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div><br></div><div>Framed Cibachrome print&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>50 x 50 in</div><div><br></div><div>2007</div><div><i><br></i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div>Rob and Nick Carter are a husband and wife artistic duo who have been collaborating for over 20 years. The Carter’s work is centered on the boundaries between the analogue and the digital and has taken many mediums including camera-less photography, painting, installation, neon, sculpture and time-based media. Their acclaimed Transforming series has been 10 years in the making and creates a unique intersection between the art of the past and cutting edge computer generated imagery.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Their work is housed in the collections of the Frick, Pittsburgh; Mauritshuis, The Hague; Frans Hals Museum, Haarlem; Victoria &amp; Albert Museum, London; David Roberts Foundation, London; Städel Museum, Frankfurt; and the Fondation Custodia, Paris, as well as being the only living artists to show a work at the Frick Museum, New York.</div>

ROB & NICK CARTER  |  Valle della Luna II, Capo Testa, Sardinia 

<b>CHARLOTTE COLBERT</b><div><br></div><div><i>Out With Lanterns</i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div><i><br></i></div><div>Stainless steel</div><div><br></div><div>Height 50cm</div><div><br></div><div>2025</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>'Out With Lanterns', a riff on Emily Dickinson’s famous line “I am out with lanterns looking for myself,” playfully references the archetypal nature of all fairy tales—ultimate origin stories which shed light or guidance on our narratives of identity. "Fairy tales feel like narratives of our universal unconscious, in a similar way to tarot, symbols and archetypes," says Colbert. A small angel-like figure braves giant waves, morphing into swan-like creatures—in this epic quest of self-discovery. “The girl is small, the waves are big but maybe they can be reimagined not as a drowning force but as something which might allow you to fly.”</div>

CHARLOTTE COLBERT  |  Out With Lanterns

<p><b>CAVIER COLEMAN</b></p><div><br></div><div><i>Coral Uprising	</i></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Acrylic latex, oil pastel, graphite, paper collage on canvas</div><div><br></div><div>56 x 56 inches&nbsp; &nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>2025</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Cavier Coleman is a multidisciplinary artist whose work bridges fine art, fashion, photography, and street culture. Known for layering visual metaphors and subversive iconography, his work challenges conventional boundaries of genre, identity, and representation. With a background in communications and a visual style that merges charm with critical commentary, Coleman explores themes of cultural memory, futurism, race, and power structures through painting, installation, design, and new media.</div><div><br></div><div>His practice is rooted in storytelling, often using abstraction, text, and portraiture to uncover hidden meanings and social tensions. Equally comfortable within white-wall galleries and unconventional spaces, Coleman has exhibited internationally—from Bali to Mexico City, Los Angeles to Havana—while collaborating with global brands, agencies, and nonprofits. He has produced solo installations, public murals, and commercial campaigns, and his work has been featured at high-profile venues such as the World Trade Center, Saks, and Sotheby’s.</div><div><br></div><div>In addition to a robust exhibition history, he has been profiled in numerous publications, including Forbes, Interview Magazine, L’uomo Vogue, and HYPEBEAST. Coleman continues to expand his interdisciplinary vision, positioning himself as a voice of his generation and working toward his goal of becoming a household name in the contemporary art world.</div><p></p>


CAVIER COLEMAN  |  Coral Uprising

<p><b>SHEZAD DAWOOD</b></p><div><br></div><div><i>Ghost Reef I&nbsp;</i></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><span>Composite sand print and luminescent paint finishes.&nbsp;</span></div><div>226 x 120 x 90 cm&nbsp;<span>(Including base: 30 x 80 x 70 cm)</span></div><div><br></div><div>2025</div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Courtesy of the artist</div><div><br></div><div>Portrait copyright of Jonathan Glynn Smith</div><p></p>


SHEZAD DAWOOD  |  Ghost Reef I

<p><b>Parisian, Gertrude Stein</b></p><p>Silkscreen on paper</p><p>30 × 30 in | 76.2 × 76.2 cm</p><p>Part of a limited edition set</p><div>1998</div><div><br></div><div>Walking the line between respectful homage and tongue-in-cheek appropriation, Deborah Kass mimics and reworks the signature styles of iconic 20th-century male artists including Frank Stella, Andy Warhol, Jackson Pollock, and Ed Ruscha; in the process, she comments on the patriarchal narratives and subject matter that have dominated art history. Kass is perhaps best known for her riffs on Warhol’s famous color-blocked screenprints, but her practice has also included text-based works, neon signs, sculptures, photographs, and paintings—all united by a feminist approach. Kass has exhibited in cities across the world, and her work belongs in the collections of the Brooklyn Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Museum of Modern Art, the Guggenheim Museum, and the Whitney Museum of American Art.&nbsp;</div><p></p>


DEBORAH KASS  |  PARISIAN, GERTRUDE STEIN

<p><b>JEMIMA KIRKE</b></p><p><i>Fickle Flags</i></p><p><br></p><p>Mixed Media</p><p>2008</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>


PHILIP COLBERT | The Coral Lobster

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