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Abass Yousef

Arabic Calligraphy on White Ground, 1995

Estimated price$301 – $559

Calligraphy

61 × 44 cm | 24.0 × 17.3 in

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About the work

A boldly composed Arabic calligraphic medallion in vivid golden yellow and deep green occupies the upper corner of a textured white ground, its layered script and ornamental borders drawing the eye with striking intensity.

Abass Yousef (Bahrain, 1960–present).

Calligraphy, 44 × 61 cm, 1995.

Part of the permanent collection of the Hindiyeh Museum of Arts, Jordan. Signed and editioned 2/3.

Medium
Size
61 × 44 cm | 24.0 × 17.3 in
Year
1995
Edition
2/3
Rarity
Unique
Certificate of authenticity
Included
Genre
Colours
Yellow, Green, Black and White
Location
Amman, Jordan

About the artist

Abass Yousef — Calligraphy, 44 × 61 cm (representative image)
Abass Yousef

Bahrain, b. 1960

Abass Yousef (عباس يوسف), born in 1960 in Bahrain, is a prominent Bahraini artist recognized for his contributions to contemporary art in the Gulf region. Working primarily in painting and printmaking, Yousef’s practice is characterized by a nuanced exploration of abstraction, often drawing on calligraphic forms and the interplay of color and texture. His works reflect a deep engagement with both local cultural motifs and broader modernist traditions, positioning him as a significant figure in the evolution of Bahraini visual arts.

Yousef has exhibited extensively in Bahrain and internationally, with notable institutional exhibitions including shows at the Bahrain National Museum and participation in regional biennials. His art has been featured in group and solo exhibitions that highlight the development of modern and contemporary art in the Arab world. In addition to his exhibition history, Abass Yousef’s works have appeared at major auction houses, including Bonhams, where his paintings have attracted attention from collectors interested in Gulf and Middle Eastern art. His sustained presence in both institutional and market contexts underscores his role as a leading voice in Bahraini contemporary art since the late twentieth century.

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