A 1990 oil and collage on canvas painting by Benny Andrews (Ga., 1930-2006) from the artist’s America Series, a 1907 photogravure on tissue by Alfred Stieglitz (American, 1864-1946), and a 1965 oil on canvas abstract painting signed by Krishen Khanna (Indian / Pakistani, b. 1925), are a few of the expected headliners in Ahlers & Ogletree’s Modernism, Photography & African American Art auction planned for Thursday, February 20th, online and live in the Atlanta, Ga. gallery.The auction will feature an outstanding selection of works from renowned artists across multiple disciplines, over 400 lots in all. The carefully curated sale includes significant paintings and collages, photography, sculptures and textile art from both 20th century visionaries as well as contemporary masters, starting promptly at 10am Eastern time. The gallery is located at 1788 Ellsworth Industrial Boulevard NW in Atlanta. Telephone and absentee bids will also be accepted.The oil and collage on canvas by Benny Andrews from 1990 titled, simply, Men, is signed and dated lower center and to verso. The work measures 36 inches by 24 inches (canvas, less the frame) and should bring $50,000-$80,000. Andrews was an African American artist, activist and educator, known for his expressive, figurative paintings that incorporated collaged fabric and other materials.

To learn more about Ahlers & Ogletree and the Modernism, Photography & African American Art auction planned for Thursday, February 20th, online and live in the Atlanta gallery, starting at 10am Eastern time, visit www.aandoauctions.com.