The 12th Lagos auction, titled 'Echoes of Legacy', will showcase works by renowned artists who have shaped Africa's art scene. The auction, organized by SOGAL, aims to highlight the legacies of African art's modern masters and link the history of African art with the interests of today's growing market for modern and contemporary works. The event will feature artists such as Professor Bruce Onobrakpeya, Ablade Glover, and Uche Okeke.
The auction will be held online on Sunday, November 1, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm, after public previews at Signature Beyond Gallery in Ikoyi, Lagos, from October 28 to 30. The gallery sees this theme as a chance to celebrate artists, honour their legacies, and inspire collectors. The selection spans generations and highlights the lasting impact of the featured artists.
SOGAL invites a new generation of collectors to explore the legacies of African art's modern masters at its 12th auction. The gallery notes that this is a chance for discerning collectors to find remarkable works, connect with important artistic legacies, and add something meaningful to a collection.
The auction will take place only online at auction.sogalart.com, and anyone who wants to bid must register to join the live sale. Those unable to attend the online auction may submit absentee bids by email to [email protected] . Such bids must include the bidder's full name and contact details, the relevant lot numbers, and the maximum amount they are willing to offer for each work.
New bidders need to provide valid ID and finish the registration steps. The gallery notes that incomplete submissions may not be processed. Absentee bids must arrive by 4 pm on Saturday, November 7. The gallery reminds bidders that submitting an absentee bid does not guarantee a purchase, as all offers follow SOGAL's terms and conditions.
Prospective buyers are advised to review the catalogue and ask for condition reports if needed before bidding, as bidders are responsible for checking the condition, authenticity, and suitability of each lot. The gallery encourages collectors to discover the works and own a piece of the legacy.
The 'Echoes of Legacy' auction aims to demonstrate how African art has evolved from early modernists to today's leading artists. The event is organized by Signature Beyond Gallery, SOGAL's parent company, which seeks to celebrate artists and inspire collectors.
Key points
- The auction features works by prominent African artists, including Professor Bruce Onobrakpeya, Ablade Glover, and Uche Okeke.
- The online auction will take place on November 1, 2026, and absentee bids can be submitted until November 7, 2026.
- The event aims to link the history of African art with the interests of today's growing market for modern and contemporary works.
