Browsing Tag African American Art

June 3, 2025

Swann's inaugural 20th Century Fine Art auction showcases a remarkable century of artistic innovation, from iconic European modernism to vibrant American works.

March 5, 2025

Explore groundbreaking examples of postwar abstract and figurative art in this April auction, showcasing significant works from the mid-century to contemporary periods.

February 10, 2025

Swann Galleries offered the single-owner collection of African American art, Abstract Beauty: The Collection of Patricia Scipio-Brim, on Thursday, February 6. The auction was an…

January 15, 2025

Jennifer Stewart, art collector, advisor, and friend of Patricia Scipio-Brim, recounts her friendship with Patricia, their shared love of art, and Patricia’s sharp eye for…

January 9, 2025

Patricia Scipio-Brim (1947 – 2023) was born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago, the first of six siblings. She immigrated to New York in the 1970s after she graduated from Bishop…

January 9, 2025

Swann Galleries proudly presents 80 works honoring the legacy and enterprise of a trailblazing collector, showcasing postwar and contemporary Black art with a focus on abstraction.

November 20, 2024

Swann Galleries is very proud to have been the first auction house to sell the paintings of the great late Barkley Hendricks beginning in 2009. We were also the first auction…

November 13, 2024

After 10 years with Swann and the reorganization of the house’s fine art offerings, Lisa Crescenzo is now the Managing Director of Fine Art. As she transitions into her new…

October 8, 2024

African American Art Sets Six Artist Records The Thursday, October 3, 2024, sale of African American Art at Swann brought $3M and saw top prices for artists, with six records…

September 23, 2024

Swann Galleries is honored to be presenting a group of artworks in our October 3 auction from the estate of Dr. Constance E. Clayton (1933-2022). Lots 28-48 includes a group from…