Middle East - Art

Born in Baghdad in 1939, Dia Azzawi started his artistic career in 1964, after graduating from the Institute of Fine Arts in Baghdad and completing a degree...

Since the 1940s, the Egyptian painter Hamed Abdalla is not only a visionary pioneer of modern art for the global south and Arab countries; he is also one of the first of his generation to envision painting as political art and activism. The current display focuses on a specific time of defeat and disillusion for a whole generation of Arab artists and intellectuals, in the aftermath of the “Six Days War” led by Israel and their allies (a war title which a lot of Arab activists consider propagandist, preferring to call it “The Defeat of 1967” or simply the “June 1967 War”). This persistent ideological wound became the symbol of failed dreams for the “Arab Nation” or Arab states alliances – including the short but emblematic Egyptian-Syrian achievement of the United Arab Republic. Another major failure, to which Abdalla will respond through the paintings on display here, is the Egyptian President Anwar Sadat program of “opening up” (Infitah) the Egyptian economy and give way to political compromise with the US and Israel – Abdalla assimilating this period to a vast state of Coma for all Arab people and territories. In a collective statement by a group of Egyptian artists exiled in Paris (including Abdalla), published in the Egyptian local journal Al-Dustur, on 5 December 1977, one can read: “This disaster is far greater than the defeat of June 1967. Rather, it approaches the scale of the disaster that took place in 1948 (…) To destroy the Arab people’s noble three decades-long struggle against imperialism and Zionism (…) Sadat is exploiting the stifling economic crisis that Egypt is currently facing (…) We must resist this betrayal of our nation or be crushed under the wheels of global imperialism for generations to come.” The works presented here reflect Abdalla’s transformation of the Hurrufiyyah aesthetics, to achieve his own way of “Arab Letterism”. It claims for a deeply experimental, non-decorative, politically committed and non-commercial use of the Arabic letter...

limited edition of 18 + 2 artist proof About the picture : The show took up nearly the length of the whole Grand Palais-it was immense. I waited in position watching the brief rehear...

Rachel Bergeret, stylist by trade, created her heroine more than 10 years ago. We call it ''La Parisienne'': The wavy hair, the dominance of gold by Gustav Klimt, the audacity of Toulouse Lautrec and the modernity of Edmond Kiraz...

"Untitled (Nr. 0584)" Landscape Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a ...

DANIEL SAMPER AVENDAÑO (COLOMBIAN, b. 1980) “I explore the art overlapping paint lines and dots that are dispose systematically over canvas, giving a three-dimensional character to ...

Annick b. Cuadrado, a French artist, born and working in Paris, introduces in her works of art the most famous products of our consumer life. She has convinced the owners of the most famous brands and logos in the world of her original and creative approach to such brands. A difficult task knowing the legal means of such owners to protect their brands. Annick b. Cuadrado enjoys interpreting and diverting, with elegance, vigor and humor, the well-known candies, soft drinks, washing powders. The image and memory of these products and brands is an actual appeal to our taste buds : Coca-Cola, Hollywood chewing-gum, Tagada strawberries, Car en Sac, Marshmallows, Haribo Dragibus, Carambar, Malabar, Krema candies, Danone etc… Acrylic painting on canvas or plexiglas, paintings, collages or forms : Annick b. Cuadrado re-discovers our weaknesses in big formats. The multiplication and repetition of the various themes interpreted by the artist (Vache qui Rit, Cachou Lajaunie, Coca-Cola), echo our child’s remembrances. « I love the shelves of the hypermarkets with all their cans, boxes and packaging of all kinds of colors and transparencies, which speak, better than words, to the memory of our childhood » says Annick b. Cuadrado. Her pictorial approach, very entertaining and « rock and roll », smells the rolls and sticks of candies and liquorice. It sounds like a song of Souchon and reminds the best of pop-art, new realism...

Untitled (Nr. 0289) Landscape Photography 36" x 44" in Edition of 12 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a...

Untitled (Nr. 2229) Photography 44" x 36" Edition 1/12 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben Co...

Untitled (Nr. 0402) Photography 36" x 44" Edition 1/12 by Ben Cope Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Ben Cop...

"Frond" Black & White Photography 40" x 30" inch Edition 1/12 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Not framed. Ships in a tube. BLAN...

"Frond" Black & White Photography 24" x 18" inch Edition 1/20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Not framed. Ships in a tube. BLAN...

LIMITED EDITION OF 30 ON LIGHT BOX. The Eiffel Tower, one of the great symbols of France, is bathed in scarlet red lights for the first time in its history on January 24 evening and has only sparkled red for five days in honor of China. About the artist : Winnie is a fearless explorer. Her animated and judicious views reflect the essence of her subjects in monumental panoramic scenes. Originally from Denmark, Winnie Denker...

Craig Alan was born in 1971 in San Bernardino, California. Though always drawn to art, Alan's creativity did not fully develop until his family transferred to New Orleans while he wa...

"Scotland 0031" Landscape Photography 44" x 36" Edition of 12 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube ...

"SF DRIVE 0007" Landscape Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube ...

"Bahamas 0113" Seascape Photography 36" x 44" Edition of 12 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben Cope is a Los Angeles based portr...

"Scotland 0030" Landscape Photography 36" x 44" Edition of 12 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube ...

"Scotland 0030" Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben Cope...

Sculptor Alfred Basbous (1924 - 2006) was born in Rachana, Lebanon. His works express a lifelong exploration of the human form and its abstract propert...

Limited Edition of 3 + Artist Proof , mounted on DIASEC ( PLEXI MOUNTING) Series from the book LAGERFELD THE CHANEL SHOWS , Rizzoli ediitons About the shoot : A lifelike space rocke...

Brett Charles Seiler I Can Pray With One Hand, 2020 Bitument and roof paint on canvas 105 x 58 cm

Brett Charles Seiler Jacob's Ladder, 2020 Bitument and roof paint on canvas 98 x 93 cm 38 5/8 x 36 5/8 in

"F*ck Bunny" Mixed Media Painting 65" x 44" inch by Ben Cope 2023 Mixed media oil on wood Ben Cope is a Georgia native graduating from Columbus State University with a BFA in cer...

Bernard Buffet (French, 1928 – 1999) was a French painter, printmaker, and sculptor. An extremely prolific artist, he produced a varied and extensive body of work. His style was excl...

Chanel unique fossil scupture part of the ''Collapse'' collection : About Collapse: Ecological peril and social emergency may not be fantasies. What if our civilization collapses t...

Untitled (Nr. 0006) Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben ...

What sets Nadira apart from her artistic peers, however, is the femininity of touch in her work. The Iraqi novelist, critic and artist, Jabra Ibrahim Jabra, wrote in 1983, ‘There is ...

What sets Nadira apart from her artistic peers, however, is the femininity of touch in her work. The Iraqi novelist, critic and artist, Jabra Ibrahim Jabra, wrote in 1983, ‘There is ...

What sets Nadira apart from her artistic peers, however, is the femininity of touch in her work. The Iraqi novelist, critic and artist, Jabra Ibrahim Jabra, wrote in 1983, ‘There is ...

Born in Beirut in 1973, Yedalian is a Lebanese-Armenian painter and sculptor. He studied Etching at the Academie Libanaise des Beaux-Arts “ALBA”, and Fine Arts at the Academy of Fine...

"FTR" Mixed Media Abstract Painting 36" x 24" inch by Ben Cope 2022 Photo on deconstructed paper with oils and paint pigments Mixed media oil on wood Ready ...

George Merheb was born in Lebanon in 1960 where he currently works and resides. He obtained a Master’s degree in Drawing and Painting from the Lebanese University of Beirut, Lebanon....

Henry Spencer Moore OM CH FBA (30 July 1898 – 31 August 1986) was an English artist. He is best known for his semi-abstract monumental bronze sculptures which are located around the ...

Ben Abounassif was born in Caracas in 1964 to Lebanese parents. He graduated from Tennessee Tech University in 1987 with a B.A. in Business Management. Abounassif's first contact working in the art world was in 2006 when he launched Leiter Gallery in Miami, a short but successful experience as a co-owner working along with Cuban-born, Miami-based artist Sinuhe Vega Leiter, and Venezuelan-born internationalist & journalist, Jesus Rojas Torres. Abounassif's innate creativity was highly influenced by working closely with local artists and by visiting their studios and launching exhibitions at Leiter's, the only gallery in the U.S. that paid a living tribute to the late Cuban musician, Israel “Cachao" López. A year later in 2007, Abounassif exhibited his first art cube on Photo Miami '07 with Hardcore Contemporary Art in Wynwood. In 2008, Miami art dealer...

"Untitled (Nr. 0457)" Landscape Photography 18" x 24" in Ed. 5/20 by Ben Cope Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the arti...

Early Life and Education: Ghazi Baker, a proponent of Neo-expressionism, was born in 1967 in the vibrant city of Beirut, Lebanon. Raised amidst the rich cultural tapestry of Lebanon, Baker's early years were influenced by the eclectic blend of history, art, and tumultuous social dynamics of the region. In 1991, Baker graduated with distinction from the esteemed American University in Beirut, earning a degree in architecture (B. Arch). This academic pursuit not only honed his technical skills but also instilled in him a profound appreciation for spatial dynamics, form, and structure—a foundation that would later shape his distinctive artistic style. Artistic Journey: Despite his architectural training, Baker felt an irresistible pull towards the realm of visual arts. Fueled by an innate passion for creativity and expression, he embarked on a transformative journey into the world of painting. Drawing inspiration from his surroundings, Baker immersed himself in the vibrant palette of pop art and Neo-expressionism— movements characterized by i bold colors, emotive brushwork, and introspective themes.   Neo-expressionist Evolution: Baker's artistic evolution unfolded against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world. His works reflect a profound engagement with the human condition, exploring themes of identity, displacement, and the universal quest for meaning. Through his dynamic compositions and visceral imagery, Baker invites viewers to delve beneath the surface.   International Recognition: Over the years, Baker's distinctive style has garnered widespread acclaim, earning him recognition on the international stage. His works have been exhibited in galleries and museums around the world, captivating audiences with their raw energy and emotional resonance. From New York to Paris...

Untitled (Nr. 0025) Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben C...

Limited edition of 20. Mounted on DIASEC ( plexi mounting ) Karl Lagerfeld on the rooftop , NY overwiew. Shot for a Harpers Bazaar Feature.Starrett-Lehigh 601 W 26th St, New York, NY...

Untitled (Nr. 0336) Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben C...

Untitled (Nr. 0006) Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben C...

"Valley Eyewear 1414" Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben Cope is a Los Angeles based portrait artist with a BFA in ceramic sculpture and photography from Columbus State University. He maintains a successful career with a diverse portfolio including fashion, editorial, celebrity portraiture and advertising. He is widely known for his celebrity and fashion portraiture, which has been published internationally in publications such as Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, GQ, The Work Magazine, Fucking Young, and l’Officiel, and has shot international campaigns for such clients as Adidas, L’Oréal, Paul Mitchell, and Vidal Sassoon. He has photographed Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lopez, David Lynch, Alex Rodriguez...

"Untitled Closed" (FRAMED) Photography 30" x 26" inch Edition 1/1 by Ben Cope From "If I could sleep, I wouldn’t" series Mixed Media Photo and Oils. Comes in gold frame. Ben Co...

Salamoun describes herself as a dedicated observer of human evolution and the ever-shifting tides of change. Fueled by her profound fascination with the human experience and her pass...

George Merheb was born in Lebanon in 1960 where he currently works and resides. He obtained a Master’s degree in Drawing and Painting from the Lebanese University of Beirut, Lebanon....

Alexandra Gestin (b. 1967) is a French artist from Guérande, a small town located in the West of France. A number of amazing voyages gave her, her passion for art. In North Africa, h...

A sterling silver Besamim (spice) container, In the shape of Harp with Hebrew letters "בשמים". In silver and gold colors, very nice and decorative, Mono...

Naor is a French artist from Lyon born in 1988. Completely anchored in his time, he has always traveled a lot around the world. If travels form youth, Naor was inspired by it. From t...

Untitled (Nr. 7201) Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben Cope + Rowan Daly Off the Grid Off the Grid is the culmination of a six-year photographic journey through Baja, Mexico. Ben Cope and Rowan Daly began their travels in 2014, working their way through the towns of la Salinas, Baja Mar, and Cantamar, down through Ensanada and la Bufadora. This series of photographs depicts the pair’s adventures and explorations. Off the Grid documents the textures, people, and places visited during this incredible journey. Ben Cope is a Los Angeles based portrait artist with a BFA in ceramic sculpture and photography from Columbus State University. He maintains a successful career with a diverse portfolio including fashion, editorial, celebrity portraiture and advertising. He is widely known for his celebrity and fashion portraiture, which has been published internationally in publications such as Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, GQ, The Work Magazine, Fucking Young, and l’Officiel, and has shot international campaigns for such clients as Adidas, L’Oréal, Paul...

B. Yaghi is a Lebanese contemporary artist born in 1984. Having lived in several countries, B. Yaghi soaked up the rich cultures of Beirut, London, Miami and Dubai, and was immersed ...

Untitled (Nr. 0113) Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Ben Cope + Rowan Daly Off the Grid Off the Grid is the culmination of a six-year photographic journey through Baja, Mexico. Ben Cope and Rowan Daly began their travels in 2014, working their way through the towns of la Salinas, Baja Mar, and Cantamar, down through Ensanada and la Bufadora. This series of photographs depicts the pair’s adventures and explorations. Off the Grid documents the textures, people, and places visited during this incredible journey. Ben Cope is a Los Angeles based portrait artist with a BFA in ceramic sculpture and photography from Columbus State University. He maintains a successful career with a diverse portfolio including fashion, editorial, celebrity portraiture and advertising. He is widely known for his celebrity and fashion portraiture, which has been published internationally in publications such as Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, GQ, The Work Magazine, Fucking Young, and l’Officiel, and has shot international campaigns for such clients as Adidas, L’Oréal, Paul Mitchell, and Vidal Sassoon. He has photographed Selena Gomez...

Missak Terzian is a Lebanese-American contemporary visual artist of Armenian descent born in 1949 in Beirut. Renowned for his semi-abstract figurative and modern abstract expressioni...

Untitled (Nr. 0168) Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a tube Ben Cope + Rowan Daly Off the Grid Off the Grid is the culmination of a six-year photographic journey through Baja, Mexico. Ben Cope and Rowan Daly began their travels in 2014, working their way through the towns of la Salinas, Baja Mar, and Cantamar, down through Ensanada and la Bufadora. This series of photographs depicts the pair’s adventures and explorations. Off the Grid documents the textures, people, and places visited during this incredible journey. Ben Cope is a Los Angeles based portrait artist with a BFA in ceramic sculpture and photography from Columbus State University. He maintains a successful career with a diverse portfolio including fashion, editorial, celebrity portraiture and advertising. He is widely known for his celebrity and fashion portraiture, which has been published internationally in publications such as Harper’s Bazaar, Elle, GQ, The Work Magazine, Fucking Young, and l’Officiel, and has shot international campaigns for such clients as Adidas, L’Oréal, Paul...

Nadim Karam is a Lebanese artist, architect, and urban planner known for his diverse body of work that includes sculpture, painting, installations, and urban interventions. Born in 1...

DANIEL SAMPER AVENDAÑO (COLOMBIAN, b. 1980) “I explore the art overlapping paint lines and dots that are dispose systematically over canvas, giving a three-dimensional character to the work, making the silence shadow and the inevitable movement to take leadership.” – Daniel S. INDIVIDUAL EXHIBITIONS: 2021 “Pendiendo de un Hilo” Galeria Arte Alto, Medellin, Colombia. 2015 “Fronteras” Galería Naranjo & Velilla, Medellin, Colombia. 2014 “Movimiento Paciente”  Galería Otros 360 Grados, Bogota, Colombia. 2012 "Los capricho del agua y del viento", Galería Alcorriente, Bogota, Colombia. 2011 "Espacios Develados", Galería Alcorriente Arte, Bogotá, Colombia. COLLECTIVE EXHIBITIONS: 2016 Galería 18 PTY ciudad de Panamá, Panamá. 2014 Galería Otros 360 Grados, Bogotá, Colombia. 2013 Galería Otros 360 Grados, Bogotá, Colombia. 2013 Galería Alcorriente Arte, Bogotá, Colombia. 2012 Galería Otros 360 Grados, Bogotá, Colombia. 2012 Galería Alcorriente Arte, Bogotá, Colombia. ART FAIRS: 2019 ArtParis, Paris, Francia. Galeria Mark Hachem...

"Tangle" Black & White Photography 24" x 18" inch Edition 1/20 by Ben Cope Not framed. Ships in a tube. Ben Cope is a Georgia native graduating from Columbus State University with...

"Suspended Flora" Photography 40" x 30" inch Edition 1/12 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Not framed. Ships rolled in a tube Be...

"Untitled (Nr. 0289)" Landscape Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a ...

"Untitled (Nr. 0003)" Landscape Photography 18" x 24" Edition of 20 by Ben Cope Signed and numbered by the artist. Comes with COA issued by the artist. Unframed - ships rolled in a ...

Ihab Ahmad is a painter and sculptor based in Lebanon whose works have been exhibited in China, Italy, the United Arab Emirates, and France. He describes the majority of his pieces a...