Aurora & Athena Journal

Georgette Chen, a pioneer of Singaporean modernism and the Nanyang style, fused Eastern subjects with Western technique to create vibrant still lifes and lyrical portraits. Her legacy lives on through her art — now celebrated globally and sought after by collectors.

Hector Hyppolite – the self-taught Haitian Vodou painter whose visionary works enchanted the Surrealists – returns to the spotlight with a rare piece featured in Aurora & Athena’s November 8 auction.

Irma Stern transformed South African modern art with her vivid portraits and expressive still lifes. From Berlin to Zanzibar, her paintings capture the essence of African life with empathy and bold color.

Explore the legacy of Jilali Gharbaoui, Morocco’s abstract visionary whose bold, emotional style redefined North African art. Discover his life and influence.

As Šíma’s market reaches new heights, Aurora & Athena explores his artistic journey, legacy, and record-breaking auction history, culminating in the rare offering of this poetic work in our November 8, 2025 Fine Art Auction.

The evolution of 20th Century Art is a thrilling saga of innovation, rebellion, and cultural transformation. In a mere hundred years, art leaped from the genteel scenes of the 19th century into a brave new world of abstraction, experimentation, and social commentary.

Beauford Delaney abstract paintings are experiencing a vibrant revival in the art market, as surging collector demand leads to record-breaking auction sales.

Explore the life, legacy, and market value of Konstantin Gorbatov, a Russian émigré painter known for his vibrant landscapes and auction success.