LONDON.- The Modern & Contemporary African and Middle Eastern Art Auction by Olympia Auctions takes place on 25th October and includes works by artists from all over Africa and the Middle East, including Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Sudan, Ivory Coast, Ghana, South Africa and Egypt, Tunisia, Lebanon, Iraq and Syria. Many works are fresh to the market and the majority are from private collections. Estimates range from £200 - £20,000.

Collectors and art enthusiasts will be drawn to the rich and vibrant narratives depicted in these works, and their artistic innovation. Numerous pieces celebrate cultural heritage as well as exploring identity and post-colonialisation. The auction will also include pictures from the collection of the late Dr Mohammed Said Farsi, a philanthropist and well-known supporter of the arts in the Middle East.

Highlights from the auction of 89 lots, include works by Lovemore Kambudzi (Zimbabwean b.1978), Ablade Glover (Ghanaian b.1934), Frédéric Bruly Bouabré (Ivorian 1923-2014), Robino Ntila (Tanzanian 1953-2020), Hendrick Lilanga (Tanzanian b. 1974), George Lilanga (Tanzanian 1934-2005), Johannes Meintjes (South African 1923-1980), Maggie Laubser (South African 1886-1973), Peter Clarke South African 1929 – 2014), Hamed Abdalla (Egyptian 1917-1985), Hussein Mohamed Youssef (Egyptian 1910-1975), Seif Wanly (Egyptian 1906-1979), Ragheb Ayad (Egyptian 1892-1982), Youssef Kamel (Egyptian 1890-1971), Yolande Labaki (Lebanese b. 1927) and Emna Zghal (Tunisian b. 1970).

Head of Department, Janet Rady comments “I am thrilled with the variety of works in this sale featuring extraordinarily talented artists from throughout Africa and the Middle East, many of whom are already celebrated around the world. It is also a privilege to shine a spotlight on lesser-known artists who are cementing strong reputations beyond their own countries.”

Viewing Days
Sunday 22nd October 12.00 noon to 4.00pm
Monday 23rd October: 10.00am to 8.00pm
Tuesday 24th October: 10.00am to 5.00pm

Auction
Wednesday 25th October 12:00pm