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Sisters in Yellow 3
Oluwafemi Afolabi
Painting - 152.4 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 1 inch
$4,499
Two Kinds of Life 1
Dunmade Ayegbayo
Painting - 76.2 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 30 x 30 x 1 inch
$950
Oppressor and the Oppressed
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez
Painting - 116.8 x 88.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 46 x 35 x 1 inch
$1,550
Still Waiting In Silence
Aba Linus
Painting - 78.7 x 78.7 x 2.5 cm Painting - 31 x 31 x 1 inch
$2,450
Peace Begins With A Smile
Ademola Ajayi
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,750
Uncovered Scream
Penuel Heber Madeira Heber Madeira
Painting - 41.9 x 29.7 x 2.5 cm Painting - 16.5 x 11.7 x 1 inch
$1,150
Phone Conversation
Abdulateef Salaudeen
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,000
Tranquility
Ogunleke Festus Abiodun
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1 inch
$1,750
My Skin Colour... Gift or Curse?
Iyiola Odunayo
Painting - 61 x 45.7 x 2.5 cm Painting - 24 x 18 x 1 inch
$1,650
Onileke Ara (Beaded in Style)
Bakare Abubakri-sideeq Babatunde
Painting - 101.6 x 88.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 35 x 1 inch
$2,650
Ulimi wako mkuwba una faa kuenda kuenye ma shindano
George Lilanga
Painting - 61 x 61 x 1 cm Painting - 24 x 24 x 0.4 inch
$884
My Rose Is Yours Alone
Tolulope Adigbo
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,250
Art of Love
Samuel Oseigyei Kumah
Painting - 152.4 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 1 inch
$6,299
Texture of Identity (Beauty Within Us)
Fasalejo Tobiloba
Painting - 61 x 50.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 24 x 20 x 1 inch
$1,350
Black Man Stereotype 2 (Mandingo)
Akinboye Akinola Peter
Painting - 119.9 x 99.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 47.2 x 39.3 x 1 inch
$2,800
Costa Navarino Magic
Sokratis Evgenidis
Painting - 80 x 80 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 31.5 x 1.2 inch
$7,717
Body vs soul (grey)
Leikun Nahusenay
Painting - 100 x 75 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 29.5 x 1.2 inch
$3,355
The Beauty of Chaos 02
Anastasia Vasilyeva
Painting - 50 x 60 x 1.8 cm Painting - 19.7 x 23.6 x 0.7 inch
$821
Awokose (The Role Model)
Oladire Araireoluwa
Painting - 76.2 x 66 x 2.5 cm Painting - 30 x 26 x 1 inch
$1,200
Emotion Tissée Méditation
Ibrahim Ballo
Painting - 118 x 80 x 2 cm Painting - 46.5 x 31.5 x 0.8 inch
$2,461
Which Way Nigeria
Michael Kpodoh
Painting - 102 x 102 x 3 cm Painting - 40.2 x 40.2 x 1.2 inch
$2,236
Migrants
Youssef El Khorib (Youcha)
Painting - 140 x 90 x 3 cm Painting - 55.1 x 35.4 x 1.2 inch
$615
Portrait of a Sojourner
Charles Osaro
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,400
State security
Amarkine Amarteifio
Painting - 76.2 x 101.6 x 5.1 cm Painting - 30 x 40 x 2 inch
$3,900
Together for a better world
Papytsho Mafolo
Painting - 70 x 50 cm Painting - 27.6 x 19.7 inch
$1,835
1954 SIMENON TRIBUTE IN BLACK Lettrisme Collage encrage
Abdallah Benanteur
Painting - 37 x 22 x 0.3 cm Painting - 14.6 x 8.7 x 0.1 inch
$1,957
Oris 4 (série de 40 têtes)
Kevin-Ademola Sangosanya
Painting - 49 x 33 cm Painting - 19.3 x 13 inch
$1,678
Le vieux Korodouga 1
Amadou Opa Bathily
Painting - 118 x 130 x 5 cm Painting - 46.5 x 51.2 x 2 inch
$4,250
The Warriors of tradition
Franck Kemkeng Noah
Painting - 110 x 130 x 5 cm Painting - 43.3 x 51.2 x 2 inch
$5,592
Cavalier avec un glaive sur canapé
Victorien Bazo
Painting - 90 x 70 x 5 cm Painting - 35.4 x 27.6 x 2 inch
$3,579
Zebra crossing
Samuel Njuguna Njoroge
Painting - 80.5 x 100.5 x 2 cm Painting - 31.7 x 39.6 x 0.8 inch
$3,020
Cri d'alarme !
Ibrahima Sory Diallo
Painting - 80 x 110 x 2 cm Painting - 31.5 x 43.3 x 0.8 inch
$1,342
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African Painting for Sale
In the past, African art has often taken the form of statues, bas-reliefs and objects, contemporary African painting is very diverse. Closely linked to symbolism, African painting stands out because of the frequent use of very pronounced lines and perfect symmetry. Body painting is also common in African countries, but the continent is also home to wooden objects from the 10th century and bronze statues dating from the 14th century.
Today, many African works of art belong to private collectors. The importance of African artwork, which is often anonymous, is underestimated in France. However, knowledge was passed down in a very similar way to the European process: through workshops. Although workshops were perhaps more often based on familial ties in Africa than in Europe. The name of the studio is often more well-known than that of the artist. Although works of art aren't necessarily signed, artists can leave their own distinct mark on them.
Many historical works were created within the context of the ritual and religion and often the objects created would have been seen as sacred. Their primary purpose was not commercial nor aesthetic.
Contemporary art has evolved considerably in Africa, especially in countries such as South Africa, where many a number of cultural institutions and galleries have sprung up. Contemporary African paintings, often tinged with humor, can act as summaries for the problems present on the African continent, from colonization to the social and economic instability of certain countries, but they can also depict Africa as exceptional, colorful and joyful where each country has a strong and distinct culture.
Little by little, African art is regaining its place on the world art scene and collections of contemporary African art are attracting more and more attention from experts and art lovers. Some African artists to know, such as Barthelemy Toguo, Hassan Hajjaj or Chéri Samba are raising prices in fairs.
Explore the best of the African contemporary scene thanks to the selection of Artsper experts by browsing the works of Paul Akiiki, Kim Bennani, Soly Cissé, Rafiy Okefolahan, Enfant Précoce or Angu Walters.
African paintings often feature themes and motifs such as spirituality, community, nature, and daily life. These themes are often depicted through the use of vibrant colors, intricate patterns, and symbolic imagery. Many African artists also incorporate traditional cultural elements, such as masks and tribal symbols, into their work.
African painting has evolved over time, with traditional styles giving way to more contemporary techniques. Notable artists in the genre include El Anatsui, William Kentridge, and Chéri Samba. These artists have helped to shape the African art scene and bring it to a global audience.
African painting often uses natural materials such as mud, clay, and plant-based pigments, while Western painting relies on synthetic materials. African artists also tend to focus on storytelling and symbolism, whereas Western art emphasizes realism and individual expression. These differences reflect cultural and historical influences on artistic traditions.