Contemporary Art
Waddington’s Contemporary Art department hosts bi-annual and thematic auctions highlighting artwork produced from the late 20th century to the present day. Works created with diverse concepts, methods and materials by the finest Canadian and International artists who transcend traditional art practices and hold global appeal for new and seasoned collectors alike.
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Perfect Vision 20/20 : Looking Forward 2021
February 20 - 28, 2021
The Border Crossings Auction in Partnership with Waddington’s.
Over 70 artists are represented in this auction in support of Border Crossings Magazine. Included are Wanda Koop, Eleanor Bond, Sarah Anne Johnson, Andrew Valko, Paul Butler, Simon Hughes, Guy Maddin, William Eakin, Michael Dumontier & Neil Farber, Aganetha Dyck, Paul Robles and Micah Lexier. Full list of artist participants will be posted in the new year.
Kenneth Lavallee, Night Vision, 2019, Paper maquette, prism, 14 x 20”
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Kristin Vance
Associate Specialist

Alec Kerr
Consignment Coordinator

Susan Robertson
Senior Specialist

Yvonne Monestier
Director, Fine Arts Division
Canadian Fine Art, International Art, Contemporary Art, Discovery Art, Inuit Art