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Latest in Tag: modern art
“Spirit of Egypt” blends Egyptian heritage with modern art
The fine artist and novelist Abdelaziz Al-Samahy decided to dedicate his whole life bringing the old Egyptian heritage, lifestyle, customs, and traditions back to life and introducing young people to the simple architecture of old houses. His last exhibition titled “The Spirit of Egypt,” held in Cairo Opera House a few months ago, managed to …
Arabic calligraphy: from language to modern art
A few months ago, the internet was taken by storm when a small piece of paper drew attention to the capital’s biggest mischief maker. Local calligrapher Mohamed Abido started a movement when he wrote maysahesh keda (this is unacceptable) on a piece of paper to showcase the power of his art. By positioning the timeless …
Monet, Pollock paintings from Tehran to make world premiere in Berlin
Hidden away for decades, a Tehran collection of Western paintings is to go on show in Berlin. The politically charged exhibition, which nearly flopped due to Holocaust denying caricatures, is a premiere.
MoMA honors Cate Blanchett with film benefit
At the Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Australian film and theater actress is being honored on Tuesday (17.11.). It’s a great honor for the actress and a symbol of glamour. Some actresses have it all – standing out in demanding roles on the world’s theater stages and treading the red carpet in …
Google celebrates memory of painter Seif Wanly
Google celebrated Tuesday the birth of the Egyptian painter Seif Wanly, who would have been 109 years old on 31 March.
Zambalita: bringing art to the masses
Online art magazine hopes to get the word out about local talents