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 auction features a diverse lineup of modern and contemporary African artists, including a standout painting by the late modernist Abayomi Barber titled *Yemoja* (1990), 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.
The auction matters because it highlights the growing prominence of African art in the global market, with Sogal serving as a key platform for both established and emerging artists. The event underscores the cultural and economic significance of Lagos as an art hub in West Africa, and the careful curation by Rahman Akar of Signature Beyond reflects a commitment to showcasing the richness and diversity of African artistic expression. This auction continues to build momentum for the African art market, connecting local narratives with international collectors.