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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
L'echappe samba
Christophe Ronel
Painting - 100 x 100 x 2 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 0.8 inch
$7,927
Pas si lourd que ça
Dramane Toloba
Painting - 100 x 100 x 3 cm Painting - 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch
$3,447
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
The Drummer and the Flutist III
Angu Walters
Painting - 80 x 60 x 1 cm Painting - 31.5 x 23.6 x 0.4 inch
$1,500
Baptised through the fire
Kevin-Ademola Sangosanya
Painting - 109 x 64 x 3 cm Painting - 42.9 x 25.2 x 1.2 inch
$4,021
Au marché de Conakry
Ibrahima Barry
Painting - 95 x 77 x 3 cm Painting - 37.4 x 30.3 x 1.2 inch
$862
On Our Faces (BlackHood)
Woko Aguru
Painting - 122.5 x 106.5 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48.2 x 41.9 x 1 inch
$5,515 $4,963
Cultural Essence II
Perrin Oglafa
Painting - 56.7 x 41 x 0.5 cm Painting - 22.3 x 16.1 x 0.2 inch
$689
Cultural Essence III
Perrin Oglafa
Painting - 59 x 40 x 0.5 cm Painting - 23.2 x 15.7 x 0.2 inch
$689
Awelewa (Zuri)
Roseleen Labazacchy
Painting - 152.4 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 60 x 48 x 1 inch
$5,800
Face totem #4 (2/30)
Themanfromthefuture Urano
Painting - 30 x 24 x 2 cm Painting - 11.8 x 9.4 x 0.8 inch
$230
Résilience maternelle
Stéphane Iffono
Painting - 80 x 65 x 3 cm Painting - 31.5 x 25.6 x 1.2 inch
$804
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
$632
Les immigrants
Roland Serge Gnakabi
Painting - 89 x 120 x 1 cm Painting - 35 x 47.2 x 0.4 inch
$2,528
Face Totem 6
Themanfromthefuture Urano
Painting - 30 x 24 x 2 cm Painting - 11.8 x 9.4 x 0.8 inch
$230
Yetunde (Reincarnation)
Orioye Bukola
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
$9,000
Babatunde (Reincarnation)
Orioye Bukola
Painting - 121.9 x 121.9 x 2.5 cm Painting - 48 x 48 x 1 inch
$9,000
Échos de Vies Écrites
Ibrahima Sory Diallo
Painting - 75 x 55 x 3 cm Painting - 29.5 x 21.7 x 1.2 inch
$747
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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.