Across a number of distinguished private residences in Nigeria and abroad, SMO Contemporary Art has developed bespoke collections that celebrate the richness and diversity of African art. Each collection has been thoughtfully assembled to reflect the unique vision of its owner, creating meaningful relationships between art, architecture, and everyday living. From intimate residential spaces to expansive private villas, these collections demonstrate how carefully curated artworks can transform a home into a living cultural experience.
Working closely with each client, SMO Contemporary Art has advised on artwork selection, acquisition, curatorial planning, and installation, developing collections that are both visually compelling and deeply personal. Spanning a wide range of media including painting, sculpture, photography, works on paper, mixed media, and traditional African objects; the collections reflect the breadth, innovation, and enduring significance of contemporary artistic practice.
The featured projects below offer a glimpse into some of the exceptional private collections shaped by SMO Contemporary Art, showcasing works by leading modernist pioneers, established masters, and contemporary artists from across Africa.
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Port Harcourt Villa
Designed as a seamless extension of the residence, this collection brings together a carefully considered selection of works by some of Africa’s most celebrated modernist and contemporary artists. Integrated throughout the home, the artworks create moments of reflection and dialogue while complementing the architecture and interior spaces.
The collection spans bronze sculpture, oil on canvas, mixed media on canvas, pencil on paper, photography, copper foil relief, and fibreglass. Together, these artists represent a dialogue between pioneering modernists and contemporary voices whose practices continue to shape the story of African art.
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Private Villas, Lagos
Spanning multiple private residences across Lagos, this project reflects a comprehensive approach to building exceptional private collections. Each residence was curated to express its own character and architectural identity while contributing to a broader vision of living with art. Rather than repeating a single aesthetic, every collection was thoughtfully developed to complement its unique environment, resulting in distinct yet interconnected spaces where African art takes centre stage.
Artists represented across the residences present an extraordinary dialogue between historical masterpieces and contemporary artistic voices, celebrating the richness, diversity, and enduring legacy of African art. -
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