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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.Â
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Jules Be Kuti
Painting . 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting . 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
€5,200
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Franklin Ifeanyi Igwenagu
Painting . 88.9 x 76.2 x 3.8 cm Painting . 35 x 30 x 1.5 inch
€2,323
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Bakare Abubakri-sideeq Babatunde
Painting . 91.4 x 91.4 x 3.8 cm Painting . 36 x 36 x 1.5 inch
€2,386
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Taiwo Odejinmi
Painting . 91.4 x 61 x 2.5 cm Painting . 36 x 24 x 1 inch
€2,206
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Olajire Olalekan
Painting . 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting . 48 x 36 x 1 inch
€2,566
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Salfo Dermé (Yabré)
Sculpture . 66 x 36 x 17 cm Sculpture . 26 x 14.2 x 6.7 inch
€2,300
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Akanji Bolaji
Painting . 121.9 x 101.6 x 2.5 cm Painting . 48 x 40 x 1 inch
€2,116
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Oluwafemi Akanmu
Painting . 91.4 x 61 x 2.5 cm Painting . 36 x 24 x 1 inch
€1,936
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Oladire Araireoluwa
Painting . 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting . 48 x 36 x 1 inch
€2,215
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John Kayode Omidiran
Painting . 152.4 x 121.9 x 3.8 cm Painting . 60 x 48 x 1.5 inch
€1,499
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Dunmade Ayegbayo
Painting . 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting . 36 x 36 x 1 inch
€765
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Jules Be Kuti
Painting . 146 x 114 x 3 cm Painting . 57.5 x 44.9 x 1.2 inch
€7,200
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Busari Adewale
Painting . 121.9 x 106.7 x 2.5 cm Painting . 48 x 42 x 1 inch
€2,630
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Lawrence Amoo
Painting . 45 x 34 x 2.5 cm Painting . 17.7 x 13.4 x 1 inch
€5,402
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Oluwafikunayomi Fatunmbi
Painting . 91.4 x 121.9 x 6.4 cm Painting . 36 x 48 x 2.5 inch
€2,251
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Adewumi Emmanuel
Painting . 97 x 97 x 2 cm Painting . 38.2 x 38.2 x 0.8 inch
€1,299
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Emmanuel Akolo
Painting . 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting . 48 x 36 x 1 inch
€3,152
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Ekele Francis
Painting . 91.4 x 61 x 2.5 cm Painting . 36 x 24 x 1 inch
€1,801
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Ebuka Michael
Photography . 90 x 60 cm Photography . 35.4 x 23.6 inch
€2,800
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Oluwafemi Afolabi
Painting . 61 x 45.7 x 2.5 cm Painting . 24 x 18 x 1 inch
€1,891
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