Frequently Asked Questions
How do I buy a painting, sculpture, or photograph from African Contemporary?
Browse the available works by artist or by medium (painting, sculpture, photography), then contact the gallery by email at info@africancontemporary.com with the title of the piece you are interested in. The gallery will confirm availability, price, and next steps directly with you.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes, African Contemporary ships artworks to any country. Shipping cost and delivery method depend on the size, medium, and destination of the piece, and are confirmed with the buyer before purchase.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payment can be made by bank transfer or by card. Payment details are provided directly by the gallery once a purchase is confirmed by email.
Do the artworks come with a certificate of authenticity?
Yes. Every artwork sold by African Contemporary comes with a certificate of authenticity.
Are the prices on the website final?
Prices are not published on the website; contact the gallery directly by email for current pricing on any available artwork.
What kind of art does African Contemporary specialize in?
African Contemporary specializes in contemporary and modern African art, including paintings, sculptures, and photography by established African artists, such as those associated with the Congolese Popular Painting school, the Tingatinga school of Tanzania, and Zimbabwean Shona stone sculpture.
How can I contact the gallery?
The gallery can be contacted by email at info@africancontemporary.com, or via Instagram at instagram.com/africancontemporary.
Where can I buy original modern and contemporary African art?
Original works by leading modern and contemporary African artists are available directly from African Contemporary, a specialist gallery based in Lisbon, Portugal. Browse works by artist or medium, then contact the gallery to enquire about availability and pricing.
Can I buy African art online?
Yes. Artworks can be reserved and purchased remotely by contacting the gallery by email, with photographs, condition details and pricing provided before purchase. We regularly work with collectors and institutions worldwide, and can arrange professional packing, shipping and insurance for artworks purchased from African Contemporary.
Can I view an artwork in person before buying it?
Yes. The gallery is open by appointment in Lisbon, Portugal, where available works can be viewed in person before purchase. Contact the gallery to arrange a visit.
Can I request additional information or photographs of an artwork?
Yes. Contact the gallery with the title of the artwork you are interested in, and additional photographs, condition details and background information will be provided.
How do I enquire about an artwork that is not currently listed as available?
Contact the gallery directly by email with the artist's name or any available details. Not every work in the collection is listed on the website, and the gallery can advise on the availability of unlisted pieces.
Do you work with private collectors and institutions?
Yes. African Contemporary has over 20 years of experience working with both private collectors and institutions worldwide, and works handled by the gallery are documented in the provenance of international auction records.