The 11th Sogal art auction, themed “Yemoja,” will take place in Lagos, Nigeria, with a preview from October 29–31, 2025, at Signature Beyond Gallery, followed by an online auction on November 2, 2025. The sale features a diverse lineup of modern and contemporary African masters, including a 1990 painting titled *Yemoja* by the late Abayomi Barber (1928–2021), which inspired the theme, and Ogbemi Heyman’s *Single Room — A Story of Resilience and Togetherness* (Lot 83). Other notable lots include works by Ben Osawe, Uche Okeke, Soly Cissé, and Clary Nelson Cole, spanning generations and geographies.
This auction matters because it highlights the growing global recognition and market for African modern and contemporary art, with Sogal serving as a key platform for both established and emerging artists from the continent. The event underscores Lagos’s role as West Africa’s art hub and reflects a deliberate curation that celebrates African narratives, identity, and artistic heritage. The inclusion of works dating back to the 1950s alongside contemporary pieces demonstrates the depth and continuity of African artistic expression, while the auction’s online component broadens international access.