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Wild rose 2
Osimeh Godstand Ederibhalo
Painting - 106.7 x 101.6 x 2.5 cm Painting - 42 x 40 x 1 inch
£2,056
Pas si lourd que ça
Dramane Toloba
Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
£2,626
Await For Desire
Akingbade Mayowa
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
£2,651
Baptised through the fire
Kevin-Ademola Sangosanya
Painting - 109 x 64 x 3 cm Painting - 42.9 x 25.2 x 1.2 inch
£3,063
Au marché de Conakry
Ibrahima Barry
Painting - 95 x 77 x 3 cm Painting - 37.4 x 30.3 x 1.2 inch
£656
Regard d'un Baga
Ibrahima Sory Diallo
Painting - 80 x 50 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 19.7 x 1.2 inch
£656
L'artisan africain
Ibrahima Sory Diallo
Painting - 80 x 30 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 11.8 x 1.2 inch
£569
Wandering Thoughts
Ogunniyi Oluwatosin
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
£2,651
Voile de mystère et de beauté berbère
Ibrahima Barry
Painting - 80 x 64.5 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 25.4 x 1.2 inch
£481
Awelewa (Zuri)
Roseleen Labazacchy
Painting - 152.4 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 1 inch
£4,659
Hopefulness
Roseleen Labazacchy
Painting - 152.4 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 1 inch
£4,659
Résilience maternelle
Stéphane Iffono
Painting - 80 x 65 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 25.6 x 1.2 inch
£613
Les immigrants
Roland Serge Gnakabi
Painting - 89 x 120 x 1 cm Painting - 35 x 47.2 x 0.4 inch
£1,925
Nature Call 1
Achike MiracleAnayo
Painting - 182.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 72 x 48 x 1 inch
£2,812
Life Under Bridge 2
Segun Phillips
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
£3,213
All Heads Together VI
Angu Walters
Painting - 107 x 120 x 1 cm Painting - 42.1 x 47.2 x 0.4 inch
£2,249
Yetunde (Reincarnation)
Orioye Bukola
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
£7,230
Babatunde (Reincarnation)
Orioye Bukola
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
£7,230
King be shaved
James Ogamba Tochukwu
Painting - 127 x 101.6 x 2.5 cm Painting - 50 x 40 x 1 inch
£2,008
3D génération
CasziB Casimir Bationo
Painting - 146 x 140 x 2.5 cm Painting - 57.5 x 55.1 x 1 inch
£6,126
After a Long Day 1
Eyitayo Alagbe
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1 inch
£2,410
How to unfold your love
Phyllis Viola Boyd
Painting - 152.4 x 91.4 x 5.1 cm Painting - 60 x 36 x 2 inch
£4,707
Wiyaala (The Doer)
Orioye Bukola
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
£7,230
Learn, unlearn and relearn Africa
Orioye Bukola
Painting - 91.4 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 48 x 1 inch
£7,230
Desires 1
Esinulo Chiamaka Praise Chiamaka Praise
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
£2,643
Desires 3
Esinulo Chiamaka Praise Chiamaka Praise
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
£2,651
The Ladder (2 is better than 1)
Aziseh Emmanuel
Painting - 120 x 100 x 2.5 cm Painting - 47.2 x 39.4 x 1 inch
£3,676
Agbara Abo (Feminine Quality)
Oladimeji Alabi
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
£6,025
Afobaje (King maker)
Oladimeji Alabi
Painting - 101.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 40.1 x 36 x 1 inch
£4,418
Beautiful people
Solomon Mugutso
Painting - 190 x 150 x 0.1 cm Painting - 74.8 x 59.1 x 0 inch
£5,890
The River Ancestors
Solomon Mugutso
Painting - 110 x 140 x 0.1 cm Painting - 43.3 x 55.1 x 0 inch
£5,470
Money is a trap
Jonas Profil
Painting - 76 x 61 x 4 cm Painting - 29.9 x 24 x 1.6 inch
£3,279 £1,968
A couple of love
Jonas Profil
Painting - 76 x 61 x 1 cm Painting - 29.9 x 24 x 0.4 inch
£3,279 £1,968
Mistress Flavor
Gino Tintin
Painting - 127 x 76 x 1 cm Painting - 50 x 29.9 x 0.4 inch
£3,789 £2,274
Daureu vert et rouge
Eric Tournaire
Painting - 31 x 23 x 0.2 cm Painting - 12.2 x 9.1 x 0.1 inch
£420
Échos de Vies Écrites
Ibrahima Sory Diallo
Painting - 75 x 55 x 3 cm Painting - 29.5 x 21.7 x 1.2 inch
£569
Diamond in the rough
Damilola Olusegun
Painting - 152.4 x 127 x 2.5 cm Painting - 60 x 50 x 1 inch
£4,418
After a Long Day 3
Eyitayo Alagbe
Painting - 165.1 x 147.3 x 2.5 cm Painting - 65 x 58 x 1 inch
£4,900
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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.