In Pursuit of Beauty, They Found African Art

A refined collection born from curiosity and devotion, where a beauty search led Hilde and Dieter Scharf to the heart of African art.

In Pursuit of Beauty, They Found African Art
Hilde et Dieter Scharf, Paris, 1964. © Scharf-Gerstenberg family archive 

An extraordinary collection, assembled quietly over three decades, is about to step into the spotlight.

Formed with precision, passion and a deep reverence for African artistry, it offers a rare window into the creative spirit that has shaped centuries of sculptural tradition across the continent.