Sam Nhlengethwa Paintings & Artwork for Sale | Sam Nhlengethwa Art Value Price Guide

Mar. 12, 2025
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-), Senegal I
Est: R90,000 - R120,000
oil, acrylic and fabric collage on canvas
Aspire Art
Mar. 12, 2025
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-), Tribute to Zim Nqawana
Est: R70,000 - R100,000
oil and collage on canvas
Aspire Art
Mar. 12, 2025
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-), The Trio
Est: R120,000 - R180,000
oil and collage on canvas
Aspire Art
Mar. 12, 2025
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-), Mzansi Legends
Est: R150,000 - R250,000
24 linocuts with hand colour wash and 13 text letter prints
Aspire Art
Nov. 20, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-) Glimpses of the Fifties and Sixties
Est: R180,000 - R240,000
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-) Glimpses of the Fifties and Sixties 30 colour photolithographs Artwork date: 2004 Signature details: each signed, dated, numbered respectively out of 25, inscribed with the respective title in pencil in the margin and embossed with The Artists' Press chop mark bottom right Exhibited: Florence Lynch Gallery, Chelsea, New York, 'Glimpses of the fifties and sixties', 2004, an example from the edition exhibited. Literature: Dundas, N., Mtombela, N., Dalamba, L. & Mokoena, H. (2019). 'Leeto: A Sam Nhlengethwa Print Retrospective'. Johannesburg: Goodman Gallery, other examples from the edition illustrated in colour on pp. 34-43, 48, 49-54, 62, 63.
Aspire Art
Nov. 20, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-) The Jazz Legends
Est: R70,000 - R90,000
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-) The Jazz Legends 10 colour lithographs on 100% cotton paper BFK Rives Artwork date: 2021 Signature details: each signed, dated, numbered 9/20, inscribed with the respective title in pencil in the margin and 2 works are embossed with the LL Editions chop mark bottom right Edition: from an edition of 20 + 3AP + 3PP + 1 BAT + 2WP Exhibited: Goodman Gallery, London, 'Sam Nhlengethwa: Jazz and Blues at Night', 12 August to 25 September 2021, an example from the edition exhibited.
Aspire Art
Sep. 11, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa , 'East View Corner; Nugget and 125 Kerk Str'
Est: R200,000 - R300,000
oil and collage on canvas (95 x 115 x 10 cm) Qty: (1) Provenance: Private collection, Johannesburg. Goodman Gallery, Johannesburg. ABOUT THE ARTWORK Although Sam Nhlengethwa is well known for his beautiful interior scenes, East View Corner; Nugget and 125 Kerk Str is a reflection on the exterior sights and sites of the city of Johannesburg. The work was showcased at his solo exhibition Sam Nhlengethwa / Joburg Selected at Goodman Gallery in October/November of 2019 and formed part of a collection of works depicting scenes the artist encountered whilst working and travelling in the city centre. The painting can be understood as a kind of ‘ode’ or ‘love letter’ to the architecture of the city – conveying the impression of a quiet, contemplative moment in a sprawling metropolis, well known for its bustling sounds and sights. It is not clear why the artist selected the scene at 125 Kerk Street. His studio space – first at the Bag Factory in Fordsburg and then at August House in Doornfontein – is within 3 minutes walking distance from this location – offering a possible explanation as to how he encountered the view. The mystery, however, allows the viewer to wonder if the artist came across it during a walk, a studio visit, or exciting weekend event or perhaps even allows one to reminisce on their own experience and memories whilst spending time in the inner city. COLLECTIONS: The artist is represented in numerous local and international collections, notably, the South African Reserve Bank, Johannesburg; Standard Bank Gallery, Johannesburg; Johannesburg Art Gallery; Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA), Cape Town; Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town; Durban Art Gallery; University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg; MTN Art Collection, Johannesburg and the Sasol Art Collection, Johannesburg. The overall condition is very good.
Aspire Art
Sep. 11, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa , 'Mzanzi Legends'
Est: R150,000 - R250,000
24 linocuts with hand colour wash and 13 text letter prints (38 x 30 cm unframed) Qty: (37) Provenance: Private collection, Johannesburg. ABOUT THE ARTWORK The Mzanzi Legends series formed part of Sam Nhlengethwa’s solo exhibition, titled The Past and the Present ... Now is the Time, which took place at the Goodman Gallery, Johannesburg from 15 October to 05 November 2016. Showcasing a collection of paintings, prints and installations, the exhibition was an amalgamation of the artist’s distinct style of incorporating archival elements which highlight well-known cityscapes, jazz legends, political figures and fellow South African artists. The word Mzanzi is a colloquial name for South Africa, and is derived from the Xhosa word Mzantsi which translates to South. In this specific work, Nhlengethwa is commemorating a diverse selection of South African heroes and icons such as photographer Ernest Cole, anti-apartheid activist and politician Helen Suzman, artist, activist and teacher Bill Ainslie, statesman Nelson Mandela and 20 other notable names. COLLECTIONS: The artist is represented in numerous local and international collections, notably, the South African Reserve Bank, Johannesburg; Standard Bank Gallery, Johannesburg; Johannesburg Art Gallery; Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA), Cape Town; Iziko South African National Gallery, Cape Town; Durban Art Gallery; University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg; MTN Art Collection, Johannesburg and the Sasol Art Collection, Johannesburg. The overall conditions are excellent.
Aspire Art
Jun. 19, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-), Ode to Charlie Parker
Est: R60,000 - R80,000
oil and collage on canvas, signed and dated bottom right; signed, dated and inscribed with the title on the reverse
Aspire Art
Jun. 19, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-), Gossipers
Est: R50,000 - R70,000
oil and collage on wood panel, signed and dated; signed, dated and inscribed with the title on the reverse
Aspire Art
Apr. 29, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa (SA, born 1955) Lithograpgh, "Underground" Signed Titled Dated '96 & Numbered 17/30 in Pencil, 42 x 28 Sheet Size
Est: R1,000 - R1,500
Sam Nhlengethwa (SA, born 1955) Lithograpgh, "Underground" Signed Titled Dated '96 & Numbered 17/30 in Pencil, 42 x 28 Sheet Size
5th Avenue Auctioneers
Mar. 19, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Self Destruct
Est: R120,000 - R180,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African 1955- Self Destruct signed and dated '08 collage, oil and charcoal on canvas 160 by 120 by 8cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
Mar. 06, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa (South Africa 1955-), Musicians, three
Est: R200,000 - R300,000
charcoal on paper
Aspire Art
Mar. 06, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa (b. 1955)
Est: $1,000 - $1,500
ODE TO CHARLES MINGUS; REHEARSING; ODE TO GIDEON NXUMALO AND CHRIS MCGREGOR Three color lithographs, 1994, on wove paper, signed, dated, titled and numbered 17/30, 26/30 and 27/30 in pencil, printed and published by The Artist's Press, Johannesburg, with full margins, framed. Images approximately (2) 15 5/8 x 23 3/8 inches; 397 x 594 mm. Frames (2) 23 5/8 x 31 1/4 inches; 600 x 794 mm. Frames (1) 31 1/4 x 23 5/8 inches; 794 x 600 mm.
DOYLE Auctioneers & Appraisers
Feb. 19, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; The Pigeonhole (Homage to Marikana Miners)
Est: R200,000 - R300,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African 1955- The Pigeonhole (Homage to Marikana Miners) signed and dated '14; signed, dated and inscribed with the title on the reverse collage, oil and acrylic on canvas 140 by 180 by 10cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
Feb. 19, 2024
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; The Exit
Est: R150,000 - R200,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African 1955- The Exit signed, dated '15; dated, inscribed with the artist's name and the title on the reverse mixed media on canvas 90 by 105 by 11cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
Nov. 16, 2023
SAM NHLENGETHWA (SOUTH AFRICA 1955-) | PAYING ATTENTION
Est: R80,000 - R120,000
oil on canvas | signed and dated bottom right; inscribed with the artist's name, the date and title on the reverse
Aspire Art
Nov. 16, 2023
SAM NHLENGETHWA (SOUTH AFRICA 1955-) | GLIMPSES OF THE FIFTIES AND SIXTIES, THIRTY
Est: R180,000 - R240,000
colour photolithograph | each signed, dated, numbered A/P II and each print numbered sequentially out of 30, inscribed with the title in pencil in the margin and embossed with The Artists' Press chopmark bottom right
Aspire Art
Nov. 06, 2023
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Tribute Series, five
Est: R60,000 - R80,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African 1955- Tribute Series, five each signed, dated '03, numbered 4/50, inscribed with the title in pencil in the margin and embossed with The Artists' Press chopmark lithograph on paper each plate size: 49,5 by 68,5cm; sheet size: 57 by 76cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
Oct. 19, 2023
Senegalese Images Exhibition (Diptych)
Est: £10,000 - £15,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African b.1955 Senegalese Images Exhibition (Diptych) signed and dated 2008 (lower right of right-hand panel) collage, oil and acrylic on canvas 159.8 by 140.3cm., 62⅞ by 55¼in. (each panel) (2)
Sotheby's
Jul. 04, 2023
Sam Nhlengethwa: Three miners
Est: CHF1,499 - CHF1,500
Sam Nhlengethwa (Payneville Township, Springs, Gauteng 1955) Three miners Collage, teilweise mit Farbstift überarbeitet / Collage, partially reworked with colour pencil 1996 50x49,5 cm, unregelmässige Ränder / 50x49.5 cm, irregular margins Signatur / Signature Unten rechts vom Künstler signiert und datiert "Sam 96 / Nhlengethwa" Signed and dated by the artist lower right "Sam 96 / Nhlengethwa". Zustand / Condition Collage teilweise mit Knittern, sonst sauber in der Erhaltung Collage partly with creases, otherwise clean in condition Erläuterungen / Comments Anfang 1996 besuchte Sam Nhlengethwa eine Reihe von Kohle-, Diamanten- und Goldminen in Südafrika und verbrachte einige Zeit mit den Bergleuten unter Tage. Aufgrund dieser Erfahrung sind Werke auf Leinwand und Collagen sowie eine ganze druckgraphische Serie entstanden. Ein Denkmal für die "vergessenen" Arbeiter In early 1996, Sam Nhlengethwa visited a number of coal, diamond and gold mines in South Africa and spent some time underground with the miners. Based on this experience, works on canvas and collages as well as a whole print series have been created. A monument to the "forgotten" workers Erwartete Ausrufzeit / Estimated Auction Time of Lot (+/- 30min) 15.06.2023; 17:15 h (MEST / CET) For further information visit our Website (www.kornfeld.ch)
Galerie Kornfeld Auktionen AG
Jun. 07, 2023
MIRIAM MAKEBA
Est: R100,000 - R150,000
oil and collage on canvas
Aspire Art
May. 16, 2023
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Miners
Est: R120,000 - R150,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African 1955- Miners signed and dated '17 oil on wood panel 76 by 89cm excluding frame; 84 by 96 by 8cm including frame
Strauss & Co
May. 16, 2023
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Glimpses of the Fifties and Sixties, series
Est: R250,000 - R350,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African 1955- Glimpses of the Fifties and Sixties, series each signed, dated '04, numbered A/P II and each print numbered sequentially out of 30, inscribed with the title in pencil in the margin and embossed with The Artists' Press chopmark colour photo lithograph on paper each image size: 20 by 28cm; each sheet size: 50 by 38,5cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
May. 16, 2023
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; City Scape, diptych
Est: R350,000 - R500,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African 1955- City Scape, diptych signed and dated '18 oil and collage on canvas each: 120 by 100 by 10cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
Nov. 30, 2022
SAM NHLENGETHWA (SOUTH AFRICA 1955-) BUS STOP
Est: R60,000 - R80,000
Bus stop: signed and dated bottom right
Aspire Art
Nov. 30, 2022
SAM NHLENGETHWA (SOUTH AFRICA 1955-) THE THREE MINERS
Est: R50,000 - R70,000
The Three Miners: signed and dated bottom right; inscribed with the artist's name, the date and title on the reverse
Aspire Art
Nov. 09, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa and Robert Hodgins; South African 20th/21st Century; Just Between Two Chairs
Est: R150,000 - R200,000
Sam Nhlengethwa and Robert Hodgins South African 20th/21st Century Just Between Two Chairs signed and dated 2010 by Robert Hodgins, signed and dated '15 by Sam Nhlengethwa and inscribed with the title on the reverse oil and collage on canvas 90 by 120cm excluding frame; 92,5 by 122,5 by 5cm including frame
Strauss & Co
Nov. 09, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa and Robert Hodgins; South African 20th/21st Century; Comfortably Plumped!
Est: R150,000 - R200,000
Sam Nhlengethwa and Robert Hodgins South African 20th/21st Century Comfortably Plumped! inscribed with the artist's names, the title and dated 2009/2015, signed by Sam Nhlengethwa, dated '15 and inscribed with "Estate R.G.Hodgins" on the reverse oil and collage on canvas 90 by 90cm excluding frame; 93 by 93 by 6cm including frame
Strauss & Co
Nov. 09, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa and Robert Hodgins; South African 20th/21st Century; Couple
Est: R180,000 - R240,000
Sam Nhlengethwa and Robert Hodgins South African 20th/21st Century Couple signed and dated '16 by Sam Nhlengethwa oil and collage on canvas 90 by 120cm excluding frame; 92,5 by 123 by 6cm including frame
Strauss & Co
Nov. 09, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa, Robert Hodgins and Tony Head; South Africa 20th/21st Century; Halls of Power
Est: R180,000 - R240,000
Sam Nhlengethwa, Robert Hodgins and Tony Head South Africa 20th/21st Century Halls of Power signed and dated '16 by Sam Nhlengethwa, inscribed with the artists' names, dated 2010-2015 and inscribed with the title on the reverse oil and collage on canvas 120 by 90cm excluding frame; 123 by 93 by 5cm including frame
Strauss & Co
Nov. 03, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Tribute Series, five
Est: R90,000 - R120,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African 1955- Tribute Series, five each signed, dated '03, numbered 4/50, inscribed with the title in pencil in the margin and embossed with The Artists' Press chopmark lithograph on paper each plate size: 49,5 by 68,5cm; sheet size: 57 by 76cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
Oct. 20, 2022
And A One And A Two And A Three
Est: £7,000 - £9,000
Sam Nhlengethwa South African b.1955 And A One And A Two And A Three signed and dated 2002 (lower right, right hand panel) mixed media on canvas 120 by 90.5cm., 47 by 35in. (each); 120 by 181cm., 47 by 71in. (together) Bid on Sotheby's
Sotheby's
Sep. 14, 2022
SAM NHLENGETHWA (SOUTH AFRICA 1955-), HOMAGE TO LUCAS SITHOLE
Est: R100,000 - R150,000
Homage to Lucas Sithole, signed and dated bottom right; inscribed with the artist's name, the title and dated on the reverse
Aspire Art
Sep. 14, 2022
SAM NHLENGETHWA (SOUTH AFRICA 1955-), CHURCH STREET, KWA GUQA, II
Est: R70,000 - R100,000
Church Street, Kwa Guqa, II, signed and dated bottom right
Aspire Art
Jun. 28, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; No Grass II
Est: R8,000 - R12,000
signed, dated '17, numbered 8/20, inscribed with the title in pencil in the margin and embossed with the Artist Press chop mark lithograph on paper image size: 35 by 50cm; sheet size: 47 by 60,5cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
Jun. 28, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Where We Are? II
Est: R8,000 - R12,000
signed, dated '17, numbered 10/20, inscribed with title in pencil in the margin and embossed with the Artist Press chop mark lithograph on paper image size: 34,5 by 49,5cm; sheet size: 47 by 60,5cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
Jun. 28, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Grazing I
Est: R8,000 - R12,000
signed, dated '06, numbered 8/30, inscribed with the title in pencil and embossed with a chopmark in the margin etching on paper plate size: 69 by 83cm; sheet size: 78 by 93,5cm, unframed
Strauss & Co
May. 17, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Queue for Soweto Taxis
Est: R100,000 - R150,000
signed and dated '18 ink and charcoal on paper sheet size: 80 by 121cm; 96 by 137,5 by 5cm including frame
Strauss & Co
May. 17, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Abdullah Ibrahim and Johny Dyani
Est: R120,000 - R160,000
signed and dated 21; dated and inscribed with the artist's name and the title on the reverse oil and collage on canvas 120 by 110cm excluding frame; 128 by 118 by 6cm including frame
Strauss & Co
May. 17, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; The Piano
Est: R150,000 - R200,000
signed and dated '21; dated and inscribed with the artist's name and the title on the reverse oil and collage on canvas 120 by 130cm excluding frame; 128 by 138 by 6cm including frame
Strauss & Co
May. 17, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; No Dumping Area, Western Cape
Est: R300,000 - R400,000
signed dated '06; dated and inscribed with the artist's name, the title and the medium on a Goodman Gallery label adhered to the reverse image size: 127 by 273cm mixed media with collage on canvas; 151 by 297 by 3,5cm including frame
Strauss & Co
Apr. 24, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa (SA, born 1955) Lithograph, "The Blue Frame", Signed Dated '98 Titled & Numbered 47/50 in Pencil, 50 x 66 sheet size
Est: R3,000 - R5,000
Sam Nhlengethwa (SA, born 1955) Lithograph, "The Blue Frame", Signed Dated '98 Titled & Numbered 47/50 in Pencil, 50 x 66 sheet size
5th Avenue Auctioneers
Apr. 24, 2022
Sam Nhlengethwa (SA, born 1955) Lithograph, "My Grandmother's Kitchen in the 60's", Signed Dated '94 Titled & Numbered 47/50 in Pencil, 50 x 66 sheet size
Est: R3,000 - R5,000
Sam Nhlengethwa (SA, born 1955) Lithograph, "My Grandmother's Kitchen in the 60's", Signed Dated '94 Titled & Numbered 47/50 in Pencil, 50 x 66 sheet size
5th Avenue Auctioneers
Nov. 07, 2021
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; It Left Him Cold
Est: R40,000 - R60,000
signed and dated 92 charcoal on paper sheet size: 19,5 by 25cm; 32,5 by 39 by 4cm including frame
Strauss & Co
Nov. 07, 2021
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; Otilia Ntshangase's Pass Book and Cover
Est: R400,000 - R600,000
signed and dated '03 and inscribed with the title in pencil in the margin; inscribed with the artist's name, the title, the date and the medium on a Goodman Gallery label adhered to the reverse collage on paper sheet size: 49 by 35cm; 64,5 by 51 by 3cm including frame
Strauss & Co
Nov. 07, 2021
Sam Nhlengethwa; South African 1955-; An Interior (around the 60s and the 50s)
Est: R90,000 - R120,000
signed and dated '03; signed, dated and inscribed with the title on the reverse oil and collage on canvas 43,5 by 57cm excluding frame; 60 by 74,5 by 5cm including frame
Strauss & Co
Oct. 31, 2021
SAM NHLENGETHWA (SOUTH AFRICA 1955-) RAY CHARLES
Est: R60,000 - R90,000
Ray Charles
Aspire Art