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Posts by Tag: African Art»
ART & DESIGN
Wole Lagunju: Reimagining Yoruba Culture Through Contemporary Art
In The Flowers on the Crown of the King, Wole Lagunju reimagines Yoruba heritage, using vibrant art to challenge global contemporary dialogues on power and identity.
ART & DESIGN
Bruce Onobrakpeya: Navigating Faith and Culture in Art
Bruce Onobrakpeya’s first major solo exhibition in a U.S. museum explores the powerful intersection of Christian faith and Nigerian traditions through his captivating art.
ART & DESIGN
Diversity in Curatorial Roles: Reflection on New Orleans Museum of Art Shocking Betrayal of Trust
Amanda Maples’ appointment as curator of African art at the New Orleans Museum of Art raises the question of diversity in curatorial roles. Image: New Orleans Museum of Art In Full Article »
ART & DESIGN
Blockbuster Art Exhibitions to See This Fall
The blockbuster art exhibitions to see this fall put a focus on famous artists, including Picasso, Vincent Van Gogh, Edward Hopper, Bartolomé Esteban Murillo, John Singer Sargent, Henri Matisse, Johannes Vermeer, William Kentridge
ART
Cancer and Art: Touching Accounts of Okwui Enwezor’s Slog
Rags Media Collective based in Delhi tells the touching story of their relationship with Okwui Enwezor as he struggled with cancer
ART AUCTION
Lost Masterpiece by Demas Nwoko Goes on Sale in New York
The Bicyclists, a recently discovered masterpiece by Demas Nwoko is a major highlight at Bonhams new sale of Modern and Contemporary African Art in New York
ARTCENTRON CELEBRATED
Okwui Enwezor Remembered by Friends and Colleagues
Okwui Enwezor remembered by artists, friends, and colleagues who pay glowing tribute to the renowned curator who died at 55.
ART AUCTION
Portrait of ‘Tutu’ By Ben Enwonwu Sold for $1.6 Million
Tutu, a recently discovered oil on canvas portrait by the celebrated Nigerian artist Ben Enwonwu sold for $1.6 million at the Africa Now Auction. Image: Bonhams SOLD AT AUCTION Ben Full Article »
ART AUCTION
Nigerian Artists Dominate Bonhams Africa Now Auction
Nigerian artists dominate Bonhams’ Africa Now: Modern & Contemporary African Art sale in London. The auction was led by Nigerian Symphony, a painting by the famous Nigerian artist Ben Enwonwu.
ART AUCTION
Nigerian Symphony by Ben Enwonwu Set for Auction
Nigerian Symphony, a painting celebrating Nigeria’s independence by the father of Nigerian Modernism Ben Enwonwu is expected to make auction record at Bonhams Africa Now – Modern & Contemporary African Art sale. Full Article »
ART AUCTION
Bonhams South African Art Sale Led By Jacob Pierneef
A beautiful Landscape Painting by Jacob Hendrik Pierneef sells for $110,399 to lead Bonhams South African Art Sale
ART AUCTION
‘The Red Dress’ by Irma Stern on Sale at Bonhams in London
The Red Dress, a painting by famous South African artist Irma Stern raises expectations for Bonhams South African art sale in London featuring, exceptional works of art.
ART AUCTION
Sotheby’s African Art Auction Makes $3,611,376 in London
Sotheby’s Modern and Contemporary African Art auction in London realized $3,611,376 with several African artists making auction record
ART AUCTION
Young African Artists Gradually Take Over
Talented young African artists are on the rise at art fairs and auction houses across the globe. From 1: 54 Contemporary African Art Fair to Bonhams Africa Now Auction and Sotheby’s, these artists are making a significant impact in the global art scene, proving they are ready to take over from the older generation of African artists. Here are 8 young African artists on the rise you should know.
ART AUCTION
Bonhams South African Art Auction Shows Demand for Old Masters
Artworks by old masters that put South Africa on the world art map excelled at Bonhams South African Art Auction in London.
ART NEWS
Victor Ehikhamenor: Art, Prejudice, and Success
Child Of The Sky Performance Drawing by Victor Ehikhamenor. The artist will represent Nigeria at the 2017 Venice Biennale. Image: Victor Ehikhamenor ARTCENTRON CELEBRATED /VISUAL ARTIST The selection of Victor Full Article »
ART AUCTION
Ben Enwonwu’s Anyanwu Tops Bonhams Modern Africa Art Sale
Anyanwu, a bronze sculpture by Ben Enwonwu surpassed estimates at the Bonhams Modern Africa Sale in London, selling for $ 441,799. Image: Bonhams ART AUCTION Anyanwu by Ben Enwonwu sold Full Article »
ART AUCTION
Top 10 Contemporary African Art Sold at Africa Now
The South African artist William Joseph Kentridge dominated this year’s top 10 contemporary African art sold at Africa Now.
ART AUCTION
Contemporary African Artists Take on the Global Art Market in London
1:54 Contemporary African Art Fair in London showed that African artists are forcefully inserting themselves into the global art space.
ART AUCTION
Contemporary African Art Fair Gains Visibility in London
Contemporary African Art Fair achieves greater visibility in London as African galleries compete to promote artworks by contemporary African artists
