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1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair London

Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 1LA · October (annual) · Running 13 years

Leading fair focused on contemporary African art, held at Somerset House (dates vary annually). Booth range indicative.

Somerset House, Strand, London WC2R 1LA
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Exhibitor Type

Gallery Led Gallery Led Artist Led
Primarily gallery led — most booths are taken by galleries exhibiting their represented artists. Independent artists may find it difficult to secure a spot.
97
ROI Score
Strong ROI
Based on 3 reviews

Breakdown

Buyer Quality 43%
Organisation 5/5
Would Return 100%
Avg Pieces Sold 2.3
Revenue vs Cost £28,177 / £11,287

Cost Overview

£6000–45000
Booth Range
£11,287
Avg Total Cost
booth + materials + travel
£28,177
Avg Revenue
+£16,890
Net Return

Pricing Intelligence

Based on what artists actually sold and earned at this fair

Contemporary African Mixed Media
1 artist · avg 2 sold
££1,500 to £8,500
100% profitable
avg +£25,830
Mixed Media and Works on Paper
1 artist · avg 3 sold
££3,500 to £17,500
100% profitable
avg +£20,640
Painting and Textile Based Mixed Media
1 artist · avg 2 sold
££1,800 to £9,500
100% profitable
avg +£4,200

Mediums Reported

Contemporary African Mixed MediaMixed Media and Works on PaperPainting and Textile Based Mixed Media

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Artist Reviews (3)

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Contemporary African Mixed Media ££1,500 to £8,500 6 Mar 2026

“The better conversations came from collectors and advisors rather than casual walk-ins. I sold 2 pieces, and it comfortably covered costs. Set-up and communication were smooth throughout. I would do it again with a tighter selection and stronger pre-fair outreach.”

Spent: £12,590 Earned: £38,420 +£25,830 2 sold Would return ✓
Mixed Media and Works on Paper ££3,500 to £17,500 6 Mar 2026

“The crowd felt engaged and there were several genuinely serious conversations. I sold 3 pieces. the fair covered its costs comfortably. The set up and communication were organised and easy to work with. I would consider doing it again, especially with a tighter edit of work and clearer follow up.”

Spent: £13,070 Earned: £33,710 +£20,640 3 sold Would return ✓
Painting and Textile Based Mixed Media ££1,800 to £9,500 6 Mar 2026

“Focused and international audience with serious intent, plus strong curatorial and institutional visibility. Sales were concentrated in a small number of substantial conversations rather than a stream of quick transactions. A very good fair if the work is strong and the presentation is on point.”

Spent: £8,200 Earned: £12,400 +£4,200 2 sold Would return ✓