Harry `honoured´ artists have contributed to Sentebale fundraising auction

The Duke of Sussex said he is “honoured” that acclaimed artists have contributed their work to a fundraising auction supporting his Sentebale charity.

The auction, hosted by Sotheby’s, features works including a wooden mask made by Yinka Shonibare, a painting by Nelson Makamo and portraits shot by Camila Falquez.

Harry and Prince Seeiso of Lesotho co-founded Sentebale in 2006 as a response to the needs of children and young people living in the southern African nation.

Yinka Shonibare CBE, Hybrid Mask (Punu) III. PA/Photo provided by Sentebale charity.
+2

Yinka Shonibare CBE, Hybrid Mask (Punu) III. PA/Photo provided by Sentebale charity.

Proceeds from the audition will go towards the charity’s work including supporting the care of young people living with HIV, Aids and mental health issues, and training related to career development, entrepreneurship and education.

The charity has since expanded its operations to include Botswana.

In his 2022 Netflix documentary, Harry spoke about his love for southern Africa and how his mother, Diana, Princess of Wales, inspired his charitable work there.

Of his work in Africa, the duke told the documentary: “I was 18 years old and I wanted to go and somehow carry my Mum’s torch and try to keep her legacy alive and try to make her proud.”

The charity’s name, Sentebale, means forget-me-not in the Sesotho language of Lesotho and represents a pledge to remember and help vulnerable children.

A portrait of Arewa Basit, shot by Camila Falquez is being offered as part of the the benefit auction. PA/Photo provided by Sentebale
+2

A portrait of Arewa Basit, shot by Camila Falquez is being offered as part of the the benefit auction. PA/Photo provided by Sentebale

In a joint statement, the duke and Prince Seeiso said: “At the intersection of this incredible roster of artists is a reminder of the resilience, identity, and power we strive to instil in those we serve, echoing the very essence of ‘forget-me-not’, which Sentebale means in Sesotho.

“We are so honoured that these artists are contributing their work in support of ours, as we engage with children, young people and their communities in Lesotho and Botswana in forging sustainable solutions for a brighter, more inclusive future.”

The charity’s first benefit auction is online until 7pm BST on April 25 at sothebys.com/en/buy/auction/2024/sentebale-benefit-auction-hosted-by-sothebys.

Related Posts

Donald Trump in astonishing King Charles boast as he confirms date for UK trip

US President Donald Trump is set to make a trip to the UK later this year to meet with King Charles at Windsor Castle and boost relations…

Drones spotted above Sandringham ahead of Zelensky’s visit with no-fly zone imposed

Volodymyr ­Zelensky is set to visit King Charles, a trip believed to be of “huge interest to Russian spies” – and there are three air forces near…

David Beckham’s gushing tribute to ‘most amazing wife’ Victoria as she turns 51

Football legend David Beckham took to his Instagram page to share a number of throwback photos as he celebrated his Spice Girl singer wife Victoria’s 51st birthday…

Victoria Beckham’s tumultuous family life as she turns 51 – Brooklyn feud to huge snub

Victoria Beckham is marking her 51st birthday after welcoming four children with David Beckham over the years – but their family life is reportedly more complicated than…

Strictly’s Kai Widdrington shares first loved-up snap with new girlfriend

Strictly Come Dancing pro Kai Widdrington has gone public with his new partner Chloe Wells in a post on social media, nine months on from his split…

Zara McDermott and Louis Tomlinson at odds already despite finally confirming romance

Love Island star Zara McDermott and One Direction’s Louis Tomlinson have finally confirmed their romance after their secret dates, however one may be more into it than…