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Auction: AFRICA NOW – Contemporary Africa

London, United Kingdom6 October 2016 - 6 October 2016
Auction: AFRICA NOW – Contemporary Africa

Auction: AFRICA NOW – Contemporary Africa

On October 6th 2016 Bonhams will host the auction ‘Africa Now’ with modern and contemporary art from Africa.

Created by artists from a multitude of cultures, African contemporary art reflects the complex heritage of this dynamic continent and demonstrates tremendous potential for investment. Africa Now sales include the very best of post-war and contemporary art from across the African continent in various media including painting, sculpture, and drawing.

Of particular interest are works by artists including El Anatsui, Ben Enwonwu, Yusuf Grillo, Yinka Shonibare, Romauld Hazoumé, Malangatana, Skunder Boghossian, Bruce Onobrakepeya, and Cheri Samba, among many others.

To arrange a free and confidential auction valuation or for further advice on buying or selling at auction, please contact the department.

6 Oct 2016, starting at 2pm.

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www.bonhams.com

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