Nahmia Saad

Nahmeya Saad (1912–1945) was an Egyptian artist renowned for his mastery in lithography and oil painting. Born in Assiut, Upper Egypt, he graduated from the Higher School of Fine Arts in 1932, where he studied under Bernard Rice, a professor of graphic art. Saad's work seamlessly blended elements of Impressionism and Expressionism with a distinct Egyptian flair, capturing the essence of Upper Egypt's landscapes and monuments. ([safarkhan.com](https://www.safarkhan.com/artists/44-nahmeya-saad/biography/?utm_source=openai))

In 1937, Saad was commissioned to create decorative panels for the main entrance of the Egyptian Pavilion at the Paris International Exhibition. His contributions earned him the exhibition's gold medal, bringing international recognition to his talent. Domestically, he participated in the Salon du Caire exhibitions, showcasing his works alongside other prominent Egyptian artists. ([safarkhan.com](https://www.safarkhan.com/artists/44-nahmeya-saad/biography/?utm_source=openai))

Despite his significant contributions to Egyptian art, Saad's career was tragically brief. He passed away in 1945 at the age of 33 due to a pulmonary disease. Posthumously, his works have been exhibited and sold at auctions, with pieces like "Untitled (Sleeping Woman)" fetching notable prices. In 2018, Safar Khan Gallery in Cairo held an exhibition titled "Nahmeya Saad: The Forgotten Master," aiming to revive interest in his remarkable yet overlooked oeuvre. ([mutualart.com](https://www.mutualart.com/Artist/Nahmeya-Saad/F789B58814CE4965?utm_source=openai))