F or more than two and a half centuries, the Royal Academy of Arts has occupied a singular position within the cultural landscape: an artist-led institution founded upon the conviction that artistic excellence is sustained through education, dialogue and collective endeavour. RA: Artists Supporting Artists reaffirms this enduring mission, bringing together a distinguished group of contemporary practitioners whose practices have helped define the visual language of our era, and whose generosity now extends that legacy into the future.

The works presented here, each generously donated by the artists, articulate a compelling breadth of contemporary expression – spanning abstraction, sculpture, drawing and material experimentation – while reflecting a shared commitment to fostering the next generation of artistic voices. Seen together, they form a portrait of a living artistic community bound by mutual support and a belief in the transformative power of art.

Sotheby’s is honoured to present this exceptional group of works, offering collectors a rare opportunity to acquire pieces by some of the most influential artists working today. All proceeds will directly support the Royal Academy’s vital work, including the Royal Academy Schools and its free, three-year postgraduate programme, its ambitious and internationally recognised Exhibitions Programme, the historically significant Collection, Library and Archives and their Learning and Public Engagement initiatives.