About the Auction: Bids received by email will be updated on the website, Highest bid on 28 Feb 2021 wins the original artwork.

About the Painting: The scene is of a photo Buzz took in Nyakasanga, this 24"x36" oil on canvas represents everything we love about the Zambezi Valley in the dry season.

About the Artist: Peter Stewart is a young contemporary painter who has developed a reputation for his highly representational wildlife art. Growing up in South Africa, he became interested in wildlife and the African bush from an early age. Peter has always had a passion for wildlife and the African bush and has spent many months traveling and experiencing the continent. His training has introduced him to many artistic influences including Kim Donaldson (personal friend and mentor), Paul Bosman, Dino Paravano, Shirley Greene and David Shepherd. He has a deep respect for the knowledge and sensitivities of the past and has spent time visiting museums as well as establishing relationships with contemporary realist painters in the USA. Peter has been able to sift through the vast amount of information, be selective, and utilize what's necessary to achieve an impact that speaks about a personal experience with his subjects. His paintings emote, and convey a care and sensitivity that is only achieved from knowing the subject matter intimately. Utilizing subtle value and temperature shifts, fine draughtsmanship, and pure intuition, Peter weaves a world of breathable air and tactile forms.

About the Painting: Male lions are known to many as the King of the Beasts, the top of the food chain and the most dominant force in the African bush. They are only out competed by other male lions who wish to overthrow their territories and continue their own genetic line. Male lions are viewed as this majestic, regal creature that is a protector, a father, warrior and a solider. The one that will put his life on the line for his pride, for his females and for his young. Male lions will sacrifice anything for the greater good of his land and the lions upon that land. Having such an important role as the leader and the defender, male lions put their bodies on the line to defend everything that is theirs.

About the Artist: Peter Stewart is a young contemporary painter who has developed a reputation for his highly representational wildlife art. Growing up in South Africa, he became interested in wildlife and the African bush from an early age. Peter has always had a passion for wildlife and the African bush and has spent many months traveling and experiencing the continent. His training has introduced him to many artistic influences including Kim Donaldson (personal friend and mentor), Paul Bosman, Dino Paravano, Shirley Greene and David Shepherd. He has a deep respect for the knowledge and sensitivities of the past and has spent time visiting museums as well as establishing relationships with contemporary realist painters in the USA. Peter has been able to sift through the vast amount of information, be selective, and utilize what's necessary to achieve an impact that speaks about a personal experience with his subjects. His paintings emote, and convey a care and sensitivity that is only achieved from knowing the subject matter intimately. Utilizing subtle value and temperature shifts, fine draughtsmanship, and pure intuition, Peter weaves a world of breathable air and tactile forms

This beautiful diptych painting depicts a magical Zambezi valley scene, of three big elephant bulls, standing in the late afternoon light in a mopane forest.

Living and working on safaris with her husband Richard – the legendary hunter and author - in the great Zambezi Valley and Gonarezhou, has provided Brita Harland with a wealth of first hand observation of the bushvelt and big game. Significantly she grew to love the harsh dry environment of these wilderness areas where the long, hot days and dry mopane forests created the special magic of Africa.

Brita’s style and subject matter has found widespread favour, resulting in a number of exhibitions and many commissions. Much of her art has found its way to private collections, not only in Africa, but also Europe & the USA.

About the Artist: Peter Stewart is a young contemporary painter who has developed a reputation for his highly representational wildlife art. Growing up in South Africa, he became interested in wildlife and the African bush from an early age. Peter has always had a passion for wildlife and the African bush and has spent many months traveling and experiencing the continent. His training has introduced him to many artistic influences including Kim Donaldson (personal friend and mentor), Paul Bosman, Dino Paravano, Shirley Greene and David Shepherd. He has a deep respect for the knowledge and sensitivities of the past and has spent time visiting museums as well as establishing relationships with contemporary realist painters in the USA. Peter has been able to sift through the vast amount of information, be selective, and utilize what's necessary to achieve an impact that speaks about a personal experience with his subjects. His paintings emote, and convey a care and sensitivity that is only achieved from knowing the subject matter intimately. Utilizing subtle value and temperature shifts, fine draughtsmanship, and pure intuition, Peter weaves a world of breathable air and tactile forms.

Depicting a classic Zambezi valley scene, a breeding herd of elephants in defensive mode. The older more experienced cows taking point position creating a front line that is not to be breached. A highly unpredictable situation, only for the brave at heart! With the increase in poaching levels in Zimbabwe these animals are coming under extreme pressure and an increase in aggressive behaviour in these herds is becoming a common occurrence. On the frontline too, are the anti-poaching units such as DAPU and their dedicated personnel who fight this ongoing battle with poachers.

Peter Stewart is a young contemporary painter who has developed a reputation for his highly representational wildlife art. Growing up in South Africa, he became interested in wildlife and the African bush from an early age. Peter has always had a passion for wildlife and the African bush and has spent many months traveling and experiencing the continent. His training has introduced him to many artistic influences including Kim Donaldson (personal friend and mentor), Paul Bosman, Dino Paravano, Shirley Greene and David Shepherd. He has a deep respect for the knowledge and sensitivities of the past and has spent time visiting museums as well as establishing relationships with contemporary realist painters in the USA. Peter has been able to sift through the vast amount of information, be selective, and utilize what's necessary to achieve an impact that speaks about a personal experience with his subjects. His paintings emote, and convey a care and sensitivity that is only achieved from knowing the subject matter intimately. Utilizing subtle value and temperature shifts, fine draughtsmanship, and pure intuition, Peter weaves a world of breathable air and tactile forms.