Rare Ben Enwonwu Anyanwu Sculpture Leads Bonhams Auction
A rare 2.2-meter gilt-bronze sculpture by Nigerian artist Ben Enwonwu will lead Bonhams’ Modern and Contemporary African Art sale in London, with an estimate of £500,000 to £800,000.
Tag: African Art
ART X Lagos: History, Artists, Galleries, and Global Impact
ART X Lagos is an international contemporary art fair in Lagos connecting artists, galleries, collectors and cultural institutions from Africa and around the world. Explore its history, programmes, artists and global impact.
Bisi Silva: The Legacy of CCA Lagos and Contemporary African Art
Bisi Silva transformed the landscape of contemporary African art through her work as an independent curator and founder of the Centre for Contemporary Art, Lagos (CCA Lagos). This article examines Silva’s curatorial philosophy, the institutional legacy of CCA Lagos, her major exhibitions, and her enduring influence on Nigerian and African contemporary art.
The Museum of Flight MiG-21 Project: A Cold War Jet Reborn as a Beacon of Peace
Discover the Museum of Flight MiG-21 Project, where a Cold War jet becomes a powerful symbol of peace through African beadwork and art.
Wangechi Mutu Offers Unique Artworks for Sale to Benefit Kenyan Children
Kenyan-born artist Wangechi Mutu offers an intriguing selected collection of her transformative artworks for sale to benefit Kenyan children.
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.
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.
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 […]
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
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
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
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.
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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
‘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.
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
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.
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.