About

About Ancestor Gallery

I was born in the Philippines, and my early years were spent in Hong Kong, Singapore and Borneo, where my interest in the Dayak peoples of Sarawak was sparked on encounters during journeys into the rainforest to observe primates.

Following an Anthropology degree at UCL, I joined Bonhams Auctioneers in London working in both the Asian Art and Tribal Art departments. After 28 years working as an Auctioneer, I have great pleasure welcoming you through the virtual doors of Ancestor Gallery.

I have a particular interest in art from Nigeria, South Africa, New Guinea, Polynesia, China and in modern African paintings.

 

Philip Keith
Director of Ancestor Gallery 

About Ancestor Gallery

I was born in the Philippines, and my early years were spent in Hong Kong, Singapore and Borneo, where my interest in the Dayak and Iban peoples of Sarawak was ignited in encounters during journeys into the rainforest to observe primates.

Following an Anthropology degree at UCL, I joined Bonhams Auctioneers in London working in both the Asian Art and Tribal Art departments. After 28 years working as an Auctioneer, I have great pleasure welcoming you through the virtual doors of Ancestor Gallery.

I have a particular interest in art from Nigeria, South Africa, New Guinea, Polynesia, China and in modern African paintings.

 

Philip Keith
Director, Ancestor Gallery