Coronation Gallery 2025: The Future of African Art as Legacy, Wealth, and Culture

The Coronation Art Gallery was created as a stage aimed at highlighting the exceptional talent of artists from across the continent and fostering significant dialogues around art, prosperity, and heritage.

Founded through the forward-thinking guidance of Coronation Group Chairman, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, the gallery reflects a collective personal and organizational conviction—asserting that art should be experienced, disseminated, and utilized as an influential medium for altering viewpoints and safeguarding cultural legacy.

Ever since it first opened, the gallery has organized significant exhibitions that showcase exclusive private collections to the public, giving art enthusiasts an opportunity to interact with pieces they may not typically have access to.

What Prompted the Beginning of This Expedition

Born from a compelling concept—that African art merits an international platform—the Coronation Art Gallery emerged. Motivated by Mr. Aig-Imoukhuede’s dedication to fostering culture, this initiative was molded by his parents’ significant roles within Nigeria’s artistic community. As such, Coronation established a venue dedicated to showcasing, honoring, and nurturing African ingenuity, heritage, and skill.

Coronation holds the view that art serves more than mere aesthetic appreciation—it acts as a driving force for building wealth, stands as a distinct category of assets, and functions as a link between different eras. Each exhibit Coronation organizes upholds this perspective, showcasing distinctive presentations grounded in consistent core principles.

2024: Celebrating Trailblazing Women in the Artistic Realm

In last year’s edition, Coronation highlighted an impressive assembly of extraordinary people: 13 outstanding female collectors whose personal holdings showcase the depth and variety of Nigerian artistic expression. These accomplished women—including lawyers, consultants, and wealth advisors—have for years promoted the importance of African art, amassing broad and historically rich collections usually out of public view.

Although subtle, their impact has been significant. Art collectors such as Adia Sowho, Bimpe Nkontchou, and Dudun Peterside have safeguarded African cultural legacy, championed local artists, showcasing how art can serve as a powerful means of intergenerational riches.

By honoring them, Coronation acknowledged their influence and simultaneously issued a strong declaration regarding gender inclusion within the realms of art and finance.

The 2024 exhibit showcased works by acclaimed artists like Victor Ehikhamenor, Ndidi Emefiele, and Tony Nsofor, boasting an aggregate worth surpassing ₦451 million. This highlighted the dual appeal of these pieces as significant art and sound investments.

The previous year's exhibition attracted prominent figures such as the Finance Minister, Mr. Wale Edun, along with distinguished industry experts like Gbenga Oyebode and Femi Okunsanya, highlighting the event's substantial cultural and economic impact.

Stay updated with all the key moments from last year's show. here .

What to Anticipate in 2025: From Inspirational Women to Keepers of Culture

This year, Coronation broadens its scope to encompass a wider audience: the guardians of art—those collectors and supporters who generously contribute to and uphold the arts community. Their insightful investments and ongoing backing play a crucial role in safeguarding and advancing African cultural heritage. These people have more than just a personal passion; they act as caretakers of tradition, fostering economic growth within the artistic realm and influencing how African narratives evolve and endure over time.

The 2025 exhibit aims to honor the individuals responsible for the creation of these remarkable artworks, recognizing their vision where art transcends mere aesthetics and acts as a potent catalyst for positive change—economically, socially, and historically. This event builds upon Coronation's commitment to bridging cultural heritage with economic resources, illustrating how engaging with art collection can empower financially and preserve cultural identity.

Art as an Investment: Connecting Culture with Finance

Coronation recognizes the strong link between art and wealth generation. Art has historically functioned as a repository of value, appreciating over time and providing both emotional satisfaction and financial gains. There is an increasing fascination with this trend. shared ownership of tangible artworks This enables a greater number of individuals to participate in investments involving valuable artworks at reduced starting expenses.

Global platforms like Masterworks We have already shown that this model works effectively, and considering Nigeria’s position as a key player in Africa’s fintech industry, we expect innovative developments here too. Coronation’s mission stays straightforward: to support the arts ecosystem—highlighting both the inherent worth of art and artists, along with their contributions from patrons, alongside the external benefits art brings to culture and financial prosperity.

Visit the Gallery

The Coronation Art Gallery located in Victoria Island, Lagos Even after the exhibition ends, it stays open to the public, providing artists, enthusiasts, collectors, and those who are simply curious an opportunity to immerse themselves in the richness and splendor of African art.

The exhibition area situated at 10 Amodu Ojikutu Street, VI, Lagos provides a place for reflection, connection, and inspiration.

Art as Heritage, Prosperity, and Self-Identity

Coronation holds the view that by promoting African art, they assist their clients and collaborators in accumulating lasting prosperity while simultaneously safeguarding African culture and heritage.

In each stroke of the brush, piece of sculpture, and canvas, African artists are producing narratives that warrant being witnessed, safeguarded, and honored.

As Coronation unveils its Art Gallery Exhibition on May 29th, it does so with intent and an enhanced dedication to culture, for art is more than merely a mirror of our identity; it serves as a guiding light towards what we might yet achieve.

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