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Fruitless Endeavor
Maria Tendo
Painting - 100.1 x 100.1 x 2.5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1 inch
$2,500
Enamelled With Grace
Kehinde Mayowa
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,500
For Tomorrow's Festival
Ademola Ajayi
Painting - 101.6 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40 x 30 x 1 inch
$2,750
My Sister, The Moon
Adeniyi Joshua Adetayo
Painting - 100.1 x 80 x 2.5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 1 inch
$2,150
Portrait of destiny
Franklin Ndibam
Painting - 121.9 x 81.3 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 32 x 1 inch
$2,450
Making a Case
Switzin Twikirize
Painting - 140 x 100.1 x 2.5 cm Painting - 55.1 x 39.4 x 1 inch
$3,500
Wouldn't You Like To Know
Switzin Twikirize
Painting - 140 x 119.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 55.1 x 47.2 x 1 inch
$5,000
The King's Bride of Double Honor
Theophilus Chima
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
$4,000
To The Wonders
Adeniyi Joshua Adetayo
Painting - 152.4 x 152.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 60 x 60 x 1 inch
$3,200
Esther, After My Mom's
Adeniyi Joshua Adetayo
Painting - 100.1 x 80 x 2.5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 31.5 x 1 inch
$2,150
Evening Groove
Switzin Twikirize
Painting - 150.1 x 100.1 x 2.5 cm Painting - 59.1 x 39.4 x 1 inch
$3,000
Like that but not exactly
Switzin Twikirize
Painting - 119.9 x 100.1 x 2.5 cm Painting - 47.2 x 39.4 x 1 inch
$4,000
African princess
Theophilus Chima
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,500
Beauty of the bride
Theophilus Chima
Painting - 152.4 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 1 inch
$4,500
Lover's Dairy (Late Night Text)
Ayanwale Joseph Oluwafemi
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
$2,850
Obehi (Hand of God)
Barnabas Macauley
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$4,200
Joie de vivre
Roland Serge Gnakabi
Painting - 133 x 85 x 1 cm Painting - 52.4 x 33.5 x 0.4 inch
$2,872
Arike
Fatunmbi Anjolaoluwa Grace
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,199
The Cup of my Love
Theophilus Chima
Painting - 137.2 x 106.7 x 2.5 cm Painting - 54 x 42 x 1 inch
$4,300
Regard d'un Baga
Ibrahima Sory Diallo
Painting - 80 x 50 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 19.7 x 1.2 inch
$862
L'artisan africain
Ibrahima Sory Diallo
Painting - 80 x 30 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 11.8 x 1.2 inch
$747
Soul Mate 1
Agbabiaka Oluwakayode
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,800
Waiting for my love
Theophilus Chima
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,500
Adaeze the princess
Theophilus Chima
Painting - 152.4 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 1 inch
$5,000
Symbol of strength and beauty
Kehinde Mayowa
Painting - 90.2 x 90.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 35.5 x 35.5 x 1 inch
$2,250
Sapeur Francklin
Francklin Mbungu
Painting - 80 x 62 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 24.4 x 1.2 inch
$1,149
Tripartite Struggle
Valentine Mettle
Painting - 58 x 48 x 3 cm Painting - 22.8 x 18.9 x 1.2 inch
$574
Conjugal bond
Achike MiracleAnayo
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
$2,850
Moment of Reflections 2
Samson Olatubosun
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,300
Girl in Green
Daniel Oguche Junior
Painting - 88.9 x 83.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 35 x 33 x 1 inch
$2,550
Ewaoluwa (The Beauty of God)
Emeka Ndibam
Painting - 61 x 50.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 24 x 20 x 1 inch
$2,250
Moment of reflections 1
Samson Olatubosun
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,300
Blue Towel 2
Olamilekan Bello
Painting - 99.8 x 79.5 x 2.5 cm Painting - 39.3 x 31.3 x 1 inch
$2,200
Adventure Story 1
Olamilekan Bello
Painting - 121.9 x 116.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 46 x 1 inch
$2,850
Blue Towel 1
Olamilekan Bello
Painting - 99.8 x 79.5 x 2.5 cm Painting - 39.3 x 31.3 x 1 inch
$2,200
Await For Desire
Akingbade Mayowa
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,300
Healer Also Needs Healing II
Ganiyat Abdulazeez
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,800
Unbeatable Me
John Ayobamidele
Painting - 89.9 x 59.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 35.4 x 23.6 x 1 inch
$2,800
My Little Pet and I
Akingbade Mayowa
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,300
My sister and friend 1
Esther Obiwuru
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,850
Keeper of Beauty 2
Osimeh Godstand Ederibhalo
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,200
Keeper of Beauty
Osimeh Godstand Ederibhalo
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,200
Wild rose 2
Osimeh Godstand Ederibhalo
Painting - 106.7 x 101.6 x 2.5 cm Painting - 42 x 40 x 1 inch
$2,560
The Drummer IV painting from Africa
Angu Walters
Painting - 90 x 69 x 0.1 cm Painting - 35.4 x 27.2 x 0 inch
$1,800
All Heads Together VIII
Angu Walters
Painting - 50 x 79 x 0.1 cm Painting - 19.7 x 31.1 x 0 inch
$1,100
All Heads Together IX
Angu Walters
Painting - 46 x 60 x 1 cm Painting - 18.1 x 23.6 x 0.4 inch
$1,300
The Xylophone Player IV
Angu Walters
Painting - 65 x 55 x 0.1 cm Painting - 25.6 x 21.7 x 0 inch
$1,200
African Juju Society VIII
Angu Walters
Painting - 80 x 100 x 1 cm Painting - 31.5 x 39.4 x 0.4 inch
$1,900
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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.