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![Painting, Cabecita 8, Pablo Martin](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2158069_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Cabecita 7, Pablo Martin](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2158068_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Cabecita 6, Pablo Martin](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2158067_1_grid.jpg)
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![Painting, Untitled, Perrin Oglafa](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2157221_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Malinké, Jean-Michel Cordier](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2106051_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Children on a sailing boat II, Saviour Juma](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/1479531_1_grid.jpg)
Children on a sailing boat II
Saviour Juma
Painting - 30 x 30 x 1 cm Painting - 11.8 x 11.8 x 0.4 inch
$174
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Children on a Sailing Boat I
Saviour Juma
Painting - 30 x 30 x 1 cm Painting - 11.8 x 11.8 x 0.4 inch
$174
![Painting, Untitled, Perrin Oglafa](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2157117_1_grid.jpg)
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![Painting, Bon voyage !, Ibrahima Barry](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2071764_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Sur le chemin du voyage, Ibrahima Barry](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2047002_1_grid.jpg)
Sur le chemin du voyage
Ibrahima Barry
Painting - 45 x 65 x 3 cm Painting - 17.7 x 25.6 x 1.2 inch
$523
![Painting, Port de pêche à Conakry, Ibrahima Barry](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2046963_1_grid.jpg)
Port de pêche à Conakry
Ibrahima Barry
Painting - 45 x 65 x 3 cm Painting - 17.7 x 25.6 x 1.2 inch
$523
![Painting, Somnium No. 3, Series XI, Mario Henrique](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/1286532_1_grid.jpg)
Somnium No. 3, Series XI
Mario Henrique
Painting - 120 x 120 x 4 cm Painting - 47.2 x 47.2 x 1.6 inch
$7,560
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![Painting, The Happy Family VI, Angu Walters](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/1022964_1_grid.jpg)
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![Painting, One dream can hide another, Djénina Hagenburger](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2201260_1_grid.jpg)
One dream can hide another
Djénina Hagenburger
Painting - 81 x 121.5 x 1 cm Painting - 31.9 x 47.8 x 0.4 inch
$3,722
![Painting, Juju swag, Rackel Messe a bidias](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2168861_1_grid.jpg)
Juju swag
Rackel Messe a bidias
Painting - 100 x 100 x 2.5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1 inch
$4,071
![Painting, Stand Up, Greatjoy Ndlovu](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2214927_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Ojongo 1, Woko Aguru](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2175661_1_grid.jpg)
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![Painting, Songes bleus, Glodi Kasindi Malumbe](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2214906_1_grid.jpg)
Songes bleus
Glodi Kasindi Malumbe
Painting - 100 x 138 x 5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 54.3 x 2 inch
$4,536
![Painting, Etat de rêverie, Glodi Kasindi Malumbe](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2214837_1_grid.jpg)
Etat de rêverie
Glodi Kasindi Malumbe
Painting - 100 x 100 x 5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 2 inch
$4,536
![Painting, L'esclave mourant de Michel-Ange, Yazid Oulab](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/414835_1_grid.jpg)
L'esclave mourant de Michel-Ange
Yazid Oulab
Painting - 207 x 154.3 cm Painting - 81.5 x 60.7 inch
$23,260
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![Painting, Untitled, Dominique Zinkpè](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/384086_1_grid.jpg)
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![Painting, Fraternity 1, Abdulateef Salaudeen](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2194673_1_grid.jpg)
Fraternity 1
Abdulateef Salaudeen
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$3,250 $2,925
![Painting, Les trois demoiselles, Robert Koumassadouno](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/1944672_1_grid.jpg)
Les trois demoiselles
Robert Koumassadouno
Painting - 110 x 60 x 3 cm Painting - 43.3 x 23.6 x 1.2 inch
$1,454
![Painting, Ajala Travel 2, Abdulateef Salaudeen](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2188199_1_grid.jpg)
Ajala Travel 2
Abdulateef Salaudeen
Painting - 121.9 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 36 x 1 inch
$2,500 $2,250
![Painting, Aboja (The Sash Bearer), Adegbenro Adeola](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/1926363_1_grid.jpg)
Aboja (The Sash Bearer)
Adegbenro Adeola
Painting - 119.4 x 88.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 47 x 35 x 1 inch
$4,000
![Painting, Mona "Réécriture coloniale", Kevin-Ademola Sangosanya](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/1946532_1_grid.jpg)
Mona "Réécriture coloniale"
Kevin-Ademola Sangosanya
Painting - 250 x 180 cm Painting - 98.4 x 70.9 inch
$10,002
![Painting, Dance of Pleasure, Ekatherina Savtchenko](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/966423_1_grid.jpg)
Dance of Pleasure
Ekatherina Savtchenko
Painting - 70 x 90 x 3 cm Painting - 27.6 x 35.4 x 1.2 inch
$11,630
![Painting, Creating Balance, Oladimeji Alabi](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/1926849_1_grid.jpg)
Creating Balance
Oladimeji Alabi
Painting - 135.9 x 83.8 x 2.5 cm Painting - 53.5 x 33 x 1 inch
$5,500
![Painting, Salle d'attente 1, Gatien Mabounga](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/207574_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Still standing, Richard Adusu](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2183055_1_grid.jpg)
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![Painting, Untitled, Dominique Zinkpè](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/384089_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Femme africaine métissée, Dorothy Payne](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/1906140_1_grid.jpg)
Femme africaine métissée
Dorothy Payne
Painting - 160 x 189 x 1 cm Painting - 63 x 74.4 x 0.4 inch
$4,303
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![Painting, Riad II, Nabil El Makhloufi](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2194467_1_grid.jpg)
Riad II
Nabil El Makhloufi
Painting - 180 x 140 x 5 cm Painting - 70.9 x 55.1 x 2 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, Aku Sika, Caleb Kwarteng Prah](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2200827_1_grid.jpg)
Aku Sika
Caleb Kwarteng Prah
Painting - 121.9 x 86.4 x 5 cm Painting - 48 x 34 x 2 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, Nura, Fathi Hassan](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2190808_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Ancestral Reality, Fathi Hassan](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2190101_1_grid.jpg)
Ancestral Reality
Fathi Hassan
Painting - 195 x 145 cm Painting - 76.8 x 57.1 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, The Reasoning, Nabil El Makhloufi](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2194477_1_grid.jpg)
The Reasoning
Nabil El Makhloufi
Painting - 100 x 90 x 5 cm Painting - 39.4 x 35.4 x 2 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, The Cleaning, Nabil El Makhloufi](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2194476_1_grid.jpg)
The Cleaning
Nabil El Makhloufi
Painting - 140 x 180 x 5 cm Painting - 55.1 x 70.9 x 2 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, Milky Way I, Nabil El Makhloufi](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2194454_1_grid.jpg)
Milky Way I
Nabil El Makhloufi
Painting - 120 x 160 x 5 cm Painting - 47.2 x 63 x 2 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, Window Desire, Fathi Hassan](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2190805_1_grid.jpg)
![Painting, Of Other Day, Caleb Kwarteng Prah](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2194973_1_grid.jpg)
Of Other Day
Caleb Kwarteng Prah
Painting - 97.8 x 149.9 x 5 cm Painting - 38.5 x 59 x 2 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, Araba, Caleb Kwarteng Prah](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2200825_1_grid.jpg)
Araba
Caleb Kwarteng Prah
Painting - 157.5 x 86.4 x 5 cm Painting - 62 x 34 x 2 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, 'I', Caleb Kwarteng Prah](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2194928_1_grid.jpg)
'I'
Caleb Kwarteng Prah
Painting - 152.4 x 127 x 5 cm Painting - 60 x 50 x 2 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, Milky Way II-B/W, Nabil El Makhloufi](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2194478_1_grid.jpg)
Milky Way II-B/W
Nabil El Makhloufi
Painting - 95 x 150 x 5 cm Painting - 37.4 x 59.1 x 2 inch
Price upon request
![Painting, Hoping for Better Tomorrow, Abiodun Nafiu Azeez](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2228145_1_grid.jpg)
Hoping for Better Tomorrow
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez
Painting - 99.1 x 76.2 x 2.5 cm Painting - 39 x 30 x 1 inch
Sold
![Painting, Untitled 11, Abiodun Nafiu Azeez](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2228135_1_grid.jpg)
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King and His Entourage Under Umbrella
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez
Painting - 114.3 x 134.6 x 2.5 cm Painting - 45 x 53 x 1 inch
Sold
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See No Evil Self-Made II - 21st Century, Contemporary, Figurative, Puma, Woman
Alawaye Tope
Painting - 91.4 x 91.4 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 36 x 1 inch
Sold
![Painting, Thoughtful Beauty, Kayimahe Ishmael Zed](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2232363_1_grid.jpg)
Thoughtful Beauty
Kayimahe Ishmael Zed
Painting - 70.1 x 59.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 27.6 x 23.6 x 1 inch
Sold
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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
Sold
![Painting, Garde Espoir, Kayimahe Ishmael Zed](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2232365_1_grid.jpg)
Garde Espoir
Kayimahe Ishmael Zed
Painting - 70.1 x 59.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 27.6 x 23.6 x 1 inch
Sold
![Painting, Swimming Rectangles, Abiodun Nafiu Azeez](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2228147_1_grid.jpg)
Swimming Rectangles
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez
Painting - 76.2 x 99.1 x 2.5 cm Painting - 30 x 39 x 1 inch
Sold
![Painting, Children in the Garden, Abiodun Nafiu Azeez](https://media.artsper.com/artwork/2228137_1_grid.jpg)
Children in the Garden
Abiodun Nafiu Azeez
Painting - 91.4 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 36 x 48 x 1 inch
Sold
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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.