Available for auction is a 1951 Porsche 356 SL Gmund Coupe #46 original fine art painting by Lance Grootboom. The 1951 Porsche 356 SL Gmünd Coupe is the first Porsche sports car developed for racing, and it’s the first to have notched up a victory for the German firm, in the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Four of these Aluminium 356s, chosen for their light weight, were converted into race cars, known as the 356 SL Gmünd Coupes. Two were prototypes and two were entered in the 1951 24 Hours of Le Mans. Unfortunately, one of the two cars entered in the race crashed during practice.
It meant that only one car ended up racing, the one you see here. Incredibly, it went on to win in its class, for 1.1-liter cars, and was 19th overall. The seller states the painting is 100% hand-painted with high-quality acrylic paint on canvas. The painting measures 39.37” in height with a length of 27.55”. The painting includes a certificate of authenticity and will be shipped to the buyer un-framed, in a solid heavy-duty postal tube, for safety.
The seller states “As an artist, it is my utmost privilege to have the insight, talent, and skills to create the type of artwork that inspires and moves. Like most artists, I started drawing at a very young age. I grew up in the northern suburbs of Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Unfortunately, formal art education was prohibitively expensive where I grew up and as a result, my path to becoming a professional artist was by necessity, self-taught.
Crayons and crude pencils were traded for industry-standard graphite, pastels, and premium-grade acrylics eventually supplanted those on canvas. As my skills matured and my technique became more precise, my art and my passion for cars converged, with this union ultimately becoming my profession. I combine passion, attention to detail, high-quality modern materials and techniques ranging from classical to cutting edge, and experimental to create one-of-a-kind pieces unique to the vision of each commission. While I have a penchant for greats like Claus Luthe, designer of the BMW E30, and Ferdinand Porsche, my design palette is broad and eclectic, with an appreciation for the classics and admiration for the modern aesthetic.” Don’t miss your opportunity to add a touch of sophistication to any living space with this incredible work of art. The buyer is responsible for shipping, handling, and transactional fees. PCARMARKET is not responsible for anything lost or damaged during shipping.
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Congrats Lance!
Thank you to everyone who placed bids on my Auction, your interest in my art is greatly appreciated. Special Thanks and Congratulations to @WIDOMKR for securing the winning bid!
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@Mikezartwork Nice to hear from you Mike. Your kind words are very much appreciated. Thank you!
Nice to see a piece of art that's actually been painted by hand getting the pricing it deserves! Good luck with the action Lance.
Very nice piece Lance! And I can see you are already doing very very well with this! Best wishes! Greg Stirling
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@Molly63 @Molly63, Thank you for your interest. Shipping anywhere in the USA is 149USD. Dont forget to check out my comment below for more info. Thank you.
what do you estimate the remainder of the additional fees to be, shipping to Virginia, USA?
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Hey Guys
It's been a while since my last Auction here on Pcarmarket.
For those who don't know me, My Name is Lance Grootboom, Professional Fine Artist from Port Elizabeth, South Africa. I specialise in Unique Original Collectible Automotive Art.
Today i am happy to Auction Off my latest Original Fine Art Painting - The Iconic 1951 Porsche 356 SL Gmünd Coupe #46. The painting was done in my Unique Abstract Realism style with Acrylic paint on 39.37" x 27.55" Canvas.
All my Original Paintings are done the Traditional and Old-School way. They all start with a blank Canvas and are 100% hand painted from start to finish.
More about the Painting : This painting was done with high quality Acrylic paint on 100% premium cotton canvas. The painting has been varnished too. The varnish protects the painting from dust, UV rays and yellowing. It also adds a layer of shine that pulls the whole painting together and makes it look even more amazing, bringing out the gorgeous vibrancy of the colors.
Painting Originality : This painting was done by myself the Artist. All my paintings are one-offs, which makes them highly collectible. When they are sold they are gone and will not be reproduced. Each painting I produce comes accompanied with a certificate of authenticity and is packaged and shipped with the utmost care.
Shipping Method : This painting will be shipped un-framed, in a solid heavy duty postal tube for 100% safety. This method presents the least risk of damage to the painting, whilst also cutting down the shipping cost significantly. Upon arrival, you can easily get it re-framed at your local frame store. I’ve been shipping Automotive paintings to Art Collectors, Businesses and Car enthusiasts all across the USA, Canada and Europe safe and successfully for years.
Shipping Fees : $149 - UPS Priority Shipping. All my paintings are delivered to your door by UPS within 4 - 7 Business days from South Africa.
Custom Duty Fees :
From South Africa to the USA : No Charge - Duty-Free.
Charges may apply to any other Country. Please reach out to me for more info.
Payment : Secure Payments via Paypal.
Do not miss out on this Unique Original Piece of Art. A must have for any Porsche Art Collector / Enthusiast. The painting is suitable for your Office, Showroom, Man Cave or Living Room.
I hope I answered all your questions. Please do not hesitate to leave a message should you need more information.
Please visit my website to learn more about me and my work.
Thank you
www.lanceartworx.com
@automotiveartist Hey Michael, great to hear from you. Thank you for the kind words, it is much appreciated. Stay safe my friend.
Lance ,
Great to see this . It looks incredible brother. Good Luck. Michael Ledwitz