Farghali Abdel Hafiz b. 1941
Cairo I, The 66th Dynasty Papyrus No. 6000001, Third Millenium, 2000
Acrylic, oil stick and sand on canvas laid down on board, in artist frame
60 x 120 cm
23 5/8 x 47 1/4 in
23 5/8 x 47 1/4 in
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Cairo, from the series of 12 Papyrus from the 66th Dynasty Exhibition, shows how Farghali perceived Cairo at that time- overcrowded with people, traffic and donkey carts. The accompanying verse...
Cairo, from the series of 12 Papyrus from the 66th Dynasty Exhibition, shows how Farghali perceived Cairo at that time- overcrowded with people, traffic and donkey carts. The accompanying verse describes this situation. At the time this work, with its overt criticism of the status quo upset the authorities.
The Egyptian Papyri collection was conceived as a dialogue between the artist and an ancient civilization represented by the Sphinx. The accompanying dialogues themselves explore concepts shaping Egypt’s status and civilization. Although ostensibly Egyptian in subject matter, the themes have a universal application.
The Egyptian Papyri collection was conceived as a dialogue between the artist and an ancient civilization represented by the Sphinx. The accompanying dialogues themselves explore concepts shaping Egypt’s status and civilization. Although ostensibly Egyptian in subject matter, the themes have a universal application.
Exhibitions
Cairo, Zamalek Art Gallery, March- April 2002
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