A unique David Bowie self-portrait with his handprints is set to be auctioned, potentially transforming your home decor. Created by the legendary singer in 1996, this artwork is making its auction debut at Sotheby’s Modern British and Irish Art Day Auction on October 15.
Anticipated to fetch between £35,000 to £55,000 (approximately $66,000 to $104,000 CAD), Bowie originally gave this piece to his St Ives gallerist. After being held privately for thirty years, the painting is now publicly displayed in London before its upcoming auction.
Part of a series of eight large-scale portraits from the mid-1990s, this self-portrait stands out as the most emotionally expressive. Sotheby’s senior specialist, Jen Hardie, described it as capturing Bowie at his most creative and introspective, forging a personal connection through his direct gaze and handprints.
The artwork, executed on paper, showcases Bowie’s distinctive gaze with his famously uneven pupils. The inclusion of his handprints on the painting adds an intimate dimension to the piece. For collectors seeking a tangible piece of David Bowie’s legacy, this auction presents a rare opportunity to acquire a hands-on piece of Starman history.