Sabeth Holland’s Tropical Spacer, became the auction record winner for Room to Read and will be instrumental in supporting the NGO’s aim to reduce illiteracy in the developping world. For the last 10 years the artists has supported the charity with substantial contributions of artworks in the form of paintings, sculptures and installations. She believes that her art makes a difference and is proud of it.

The gala, held on November 10, 2024, at the Dolder Grand in Zürich generated around 22 222 education years, which will enable countless children to achieve an eduction and find gender equality.

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Sabeth Holland:
I would like to thank N. A. – K. for your enthusiasm and generosity. Stefan Puttaert for a most inspiring auction and Room to Read for creating space that gives room to the (almost) impossible. Special thanks go to Eilanne Jannuth, Andrea Strommer and Jürgen Bauer. Thank you Mathias Kniespeiss for your precious photos. Thank you, Juliana Hassler Veiga from Billy & Bugga Artsy Chocolates. And Pipilotti Rist for your help with the final packing of Tropical Spacer and your scissor trick. – The event was overwhelming and I was wrapped in a cloak of appreciation for my contributions and honoured with great respect for my art. The wave of joy and delight rewarded all my efforts. I am happy that I am part of such an important project.