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Cheik Ledy (1962-1998)

Cheik Ledy, a Congolese artist born in 1962 and deceased in 1998, is recognized for his vibrant paintings that address social and political themes. Also known as Cheik Ndoluvualu, he apprenticed under his elder brother, renowned sign painter Chéri Samba, and assisted him for a decade in Kinshasa. Ledy's artwork often features bright colors complemented by French and Lingala texts, reflecting the cultural dynamics of his environment.

Throughout his career, Cheik Ledy participated in several notable group exhibitions, including the JAPANCONGO event at prominent venues such as the Garage Center of Contemporary Culture in Moscow and the MAMCO in Geneva. His work contributes to the dialogue of contemporary African art, showcasing the rich narratives and complexities of Congolese society.

Although he has no solo exhibitions or significant public collections attributed to him, Ledy's engagement in collective showcases highlights his importance within the art community. His unique style and themes continue to resonate with collectors interested in the evolving narrative of African art.

1962 (Kinto-Mvuila, Bas-Zaire) - 1998 (Kinshasa, Zaire) Comme A L'Ecole (Just Like In School) Signed, Titled, Dated Zaire 1992 And Inscribed Acrylic On Canvas 131.4 By 197.8Cm. 51N By 77Pin. Provenance Acquired Directly From The Artist By The Present Owner Literature Andre Magnin & Jacques Soulillou, Eds., Contemporary Art Of Africa, New York 1996, P. 123, Illustrated In Colour.
1962 (Kinto-Mvuila, Bas-Zaire) - 1998 (Kinshasa, Zaire) N'Ayons Pas Peur Quant A L'Achat De Condom (Let'S Not Be Afraid To Buy Condoms) Signed, Titled And Dated Zaire Dec. 92 Acrylic On Canvas 92 By 140.8Cm. 36D By 55Gin. Provenance Acquired Directly From The Artist By The Present Owner Literature Andre Magnin & Jacques Soulillou, Eds., Contemporary Art Of Africa, New York 1996, P. 122, Illustrated In Colour Jacques Soulillou Notes That ''For Almost Thirty Years Now, Primarily In Zaire, A Whole New Culture Has Developed, Taking Off From The Notion Of 'Modernity'. One Of Its Most Striking Manifestations Is A Kind Of 'Popular' Painting... That Finds Its Sources In Advertising Signs... Cheik Ledy [Has] Contributed Importantly To Staking Out [His] Individual Style Within This Tendency, And In His Own Way,... Has Managed To Divert It From Its Initial Commercial Function, Raising It To The Level Of An Original Artistic Practice. From The Very Beginning, The Principal Sources Of Its Content Have Been Religion, Political Life, And The Life Of Urban Society. The Paintings Were To Be Exhibited At Every Street Corner To Provoke Or Entertain Passers By.'' (Jacques Soulillou In Andre Magnin & Jacques Soulillou, Eds., Contemporary Art Of Africa, New York 1996, P. 121).
Cheik Ledy, N'ayons pas peur quant a l'achat de condom
CHEIK LEDY CONTEMPORARY AFRICAN
Cheik Ledy Femme Africaine Acrylique Sur Toile. Signée En Bas À Droite : Cheik Ledy Chez Ch. Samba, Zaire. 61,5 X 42 Cm.

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Cheik Ledy

     Citizenship: DR Congo, 1962-1998
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Sotheby's, London, 24/06/1999
$1 500.00/$2 500.00
Sold $7 641.00
45.85% of the estimate

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Sotheby's, London, 24/06/1999
$2 000.00/$3 000.00
Sold $7 641.00
50.94% of the estimate

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GAIA SAS, France, Paris, 01/06/2009
$988.57/$1 412.25
Sold $706.00
4.94% of the estimate



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