L'ARCHIVISTE

Modern and Contemporary African Art Advisory
Explpore services
Explpore services
Amoako Boafo, Gold Daytona, 2023
L'Archiviste offers advisory services insourcing, selecting and placing Modern and Contemporary African art. The approach is intentional, research-led and focused on choosing artworks that complement the space with clarity and purpose.

SOURCING

L'Archiviste sources Modern and Contemporary African art, working directly with artists, galleries and trusted contacts. Each search is shaped by the client's taste and the atmosphere of the space.

PLACEMENT

Placement considers scale, light, tone and the architecture of the room. The aim is to position each artwork where it contributes with calm presence and clarity

COLLECTIONS

For clients building or refining a collection, L'Archiviste provides structured support, helping define priorities and shape a cohesive vision that evolves over time.

Seydou Keïta, Untitled, 1957
L'Archiviste was created to bring Modern and Contemporary African art into spaces with care and attention to context. The focus is on choosing work that feels right for the environment it lives in.
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August 1, 2025
Leandro Mbomio: “The Black Picasso”

Leandro Mbomio Nsue, often called “The Black Picasso,” was a groundbreaking sculptor from Equatorial Guinea whose work merged Bantu identity with European technique. Trained in Spain and connected to figures like Salvador Dalí, Mbomio used his art to explore themes of power, memory, and African pride.

July 4, 2025
La Sapologie: Style as an Art Form

La Sapologie is more than bold suits and bright colours; it’s a culture where style becomes a living art form. Born from a colonial past, the Sapeurs turned European dress codes into something personal and powerful. From Brazzaville to Kinshasa, they continually reinvent what luxury means, blending designer pieces with local touches. This is a style of pride, resistance, and a reminder that fashion can rewrite history.

June 20, 2025
Cornelius Annor Jr.: Weaving Memory Into Art

Ghanaian artist Cornelius Annor Jr. (b. 1990) creates portraits that feel like memory. In a space where African art is often expected to be loud or political, Annor offers something more intimate. This piece explores his background, visual language, and the significance of his perspective today.

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Cato, The Telephone, 2024

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