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Bang & Olufsen Unveils First Ever South African ‘Art of A9’ Artist

Collaboration with Lulama Wolf

ang & Olufsen, the prestigious looking for simple things that bring you This collaboration edition, featuring
Danish brand renowned for joy in so many ways," says Wolf. "The Wolf's artwork, is a testament to Bang &
Bcreating iconic audio and home femininity in jazz and dance, and the Olufsen's philosophy of merging exquisite
entertainment products of the highest improvisation of its heartbeat, all come form and premium function. It makes
sound, craftsmanship, and design together in this piece." the Beosound A9 so much more than
standards, is proud to announce its Lulama Wolf's recent works continue a speaker—it is a statement piece that
collaboration with acclaimed South to push the boundaries of contemporary enhances any living space.
African visual artist Lulama Wolf. This African art. Blending traditional Following its unveiling at 100% Design
culturally significant occasion marks the influences with modern techniques, they at Decorex South Africa, this limited
first time a South African artist has been create powerful and evocative pieces that edition Beosound A9, customised
invited to create a unique, customised resonate with a global audience. by Lulama Wolf, will be auctioned in
design for the iconic Beosound A9 speaker. A statement in sound and sight, the August 2024. This auction presents a
The “Art of A9” initiative series sees the Beosound A9 is renowned for its blend rare opportunity for art aficionados and
distinctive circular canvas reinterpreted of exceptional sound quality, sleek design, audiophiles alike to own a piece that
via a series of highly limited-edition and advanced technology. The A9 features embodies the confluence of art, design,
artworks. Internationally, notable a distinctive, circular design that stands and superior audio technology.
collaborations have included works by out as an iconic piece of art in any room. The official unveiling of 100% Design
David Lynch, Stine Goya, Vincent Van Designed for aesthetes and audiophiles, at Decorex South Africa will take place
Duysen, John Legend, and MonoNeon, the speaker can be wall-mounted or on Thursday, 1 August, at 11:30 a.m. at
each bringing their unique artistic vision placed as a freestanding feature piece. stand E07. The artist, Lulama Wolf, will
to the A9, making it a true collector’s item. Crafted from premium anodised be available for comment and interviews
Lulama Wolf, known for her modern aluminium, Kvadrat fabric and real oak, it about the artwork and collaboration, as
neo-expressionist art, brings a unique is a timeless work of art, contributing to will the Managing Director of Bang &
perspective to the Beosound A9. its luxurious look and feel. Olufsen Monobrand store, Gareth Payne,
Her work, deeply rooted in the classical The A9 is a work of art that can be for comment and insight from Bang &
themes of art and music, encapsulates the customised to match your space and taste, Olufsen. dw
lyrical joy found in jazz and the graceful transforming it into a canvas for artistic
movements of women in dance. "I was expression. www.bang-olufsen.com/en/za

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