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Balqees Fakhro

Golden Abstract with Dark Accents, 2009

Oil on Canvas

180 × 150 cm | 70.9 × 59.1 in

Oil
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Golden Abstract with Dark Accents, 2009 Sale price$28,200.00

About the work

Artwork made by Balqees Fakhro (1950-present) in 2009. The medium used is Oil on Canvas with dimensions of 150cm x 180cm. Currently Exhibited at the Hindiyeh Museum of Arts in Jordan.
Materials
Oil on Canvas
Medium
Oil
Size
180 × 150 cm | 70.9 × 59.1 in
Year
2009
Rarity
Unique
Certificate of authenticity
Included
Genre
Abstract Expressionism
Colours
Yellow, Brown, Black
Location
Amman, Jordan

About the artist

Balqees Fakhro — Oil on Canvas, 150 × 180 cm (representative image)
Balqees Fakhro

Bahrain, b. 1950

Balqees Fakhro (بلقيس فخرو), born in 1950 in Bahrain, is a prominent Bahraini artist recognized for her significant contributions to contemporary art in the Gulf region. Fakhro is best known for her abstract paintings, which often explore themes of memory, place, and the interplay between tradition and modernity. Her work is characterized by a subtle use of color and texture, reflecting both her personal experiences and the broader cultural landscape of Bahrain.

Fakhro has exhibited widely in the Middle East and internationally, with notable institutional exhibitions including solo and group shows at the Bahrain National Museum and participation in the Sharjah Biennial. Her art has also been featured in exhibitions at Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art in Doha, underscoring her standing within the regional art scene. In addition to her exhibition history, Fakhro’s works have appeared at major auction houses such as Christie’s, where her paintings have attracted attention from collectors interested in modern and contemporary Arab art.

Throughout her career, Balqees Fakhro has played a vital role in shaping the Bahraini art movement, both as an artist and as a mentor to younger generations. Her legacy is marked by a commitment to artistic innovation and a deep engagement with the cultural narratives of her homeland.

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