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Mikkel Westrup (b. 1981)

"No #93#, 2024. Signed M. Westrup. Handcoloured porcelain vase. H. 31 cm. D. 13 cm.

The Danish artist Mikkel Westrup (b. 1981) lives and works in Copenhagen, Denmark. While exploring various creative disciplines, he has recently honed his focus on porcelain decoration. Merging traditional craftsmanship with contemporary flair, Westrup meticulously hand-paints each motif, adorned with a cobalt blue theme that pays homage to both historical porcelain techniques and his own artistic journey. The resulting artworks showcase a captivating blend of organic and industrial elements – sharp yet soft, melting yet growing. In a remarkably short span of time, Westrup has cultivated a distinct artistic language, earning widespread acclaim for his contributions to the field.

Condition

Original condition.

The work is part of a charity auction to benefit “Børns Vilkår” (Children's Rights Denmark). The auction is initiated and curated by “Curated by Jens-Peter Brask”. The artists have generously donated their works. Bruun Rasmussen Auctioneers do not charge fees or commission so the total proceeds will go undiminished to Børns Vilkår's important work.

Auction
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Estimate

8,000–10,000 DKK

Sold

Price realised

10,000 DKK  

16 bids

When Bidder Bid
1156154 10,000 DKK
1156147 9,500 DKK
832411 9,000 DKK
1155418 8,500 DKK
1155360 8,000 DKK
811812 7,500 DKK
180935 7,000 DKK
811812 (Auto bid) 6,500 DKK
180935 6,000 DKK
811812 (Auto bid) 5,500 DKK
180935 5,000 DKK
811812 (Auto bid) 4,800 DKK
180935 4,600 DKK
811812 (Auto bid) 4,400 DKK
180935 4,200 DKK
811812 4,000 DKK