A selection of highlights from our upcoming auction

Auction Highlights

These artists life and work were instrumental in establishing a new national cultural identity post-independence

Modern Visionaries 

Explore a selection of exciting and cutting edge works by some of most sought-after artists working today.

Contemporary Voices 

Browse a selection of artists who have enjoyed solo exhibitions at major institutions.&nbsp;

Solo Exhibitions 

London

Senior Director | Head of Modern and Contemporary African Art

Hannah O'Leary

Deputy Director | Modern and Contemporary African Art

Adriana La Lime

Cataloguer | Modern &amp; Contemporary African Art

Elikem Logan 

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Sotheby’s is delighted to present the Modern &amp; Contemporary African Art Auction, taking place in London on 21 March 2024 in our New Bond St Galleries. From groundbreaking pieces by pioneering masters to exciting works by emerging talents, this auction showcases the vibrant narratives and diverse expressions of creativity from artists from Africa. Highlights include tour de force works by Alexis Preller, Irma Stern, Nicholas Hlobo, Amoako Boafo, Ben Enwonwu, Ouattara Watts, Bodys Isek Kingelez, Mohamed Melehi and Sydney Kumalo.