Analysis and deep dives of the forces shaping the contemporary African art market.
Ben Enwonwu’s Anyanwu: a symbol of Nigeria’s history comes to auction at Bonhams, estimates start at £400,000
A symbol of Nigeria’s cultural history comes to auction in London. On 21 October 2026, Bonhams will offer a monumental bronze cast of Anyanwu by Ben Enwonwu, acquired from the artist’s family and appearing at auction for the first time.
When an Artwork Resells, Why Does the Artist Stop Participating ?
Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys’ Deans’ Choice with Bonhams Rethinks the Economics of Resale in the US and more countries. The Deans Collection and Bonhams announce a royalty-based model, The Dean’s Choice that brings artists back into the circular economics of the secondary market. But how far can it really go?