Egyptian Village Street Scene with Figures

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Egyptian Village Street Scene with Figures

$35,250.00

About the work

A bustling Egyptian village scene unfolds beneath a canopy of tall trees, where robed figures gather among sun-dappled earth, modest buildings, and towering palms. The loose, painterly brushwork and vibrant interplay of greens, browns, and blues evoke the warmth and energy of everyday life in rural Egypt.

Husni AlBanani (Egypt, 1912–1988).

Oil on Board, 40 × 61 cm.

Part of the permanent collection of the Hindiyeh Museum of Arts, Jordan. One of a kind.

Certificate of authenticity: Included
Genre: Impressionism & Post-Impressionism
Colours: Green, Brown, Blue

About the artist

Husni AlBanani

Egypt, b. 1912–1988

Husni al-Banani (1912–1988) was an Egyptian painter renowned for his Impressionist-inspired depictions of Egypt's landscapes and urban scenes. Born in Cairo, he graduated from the Royal College of Fine Arts in 1937 and furthered his studies at the Academy of Fine Arts in Rome, earning his diploma in 1940. Al-Banani's work is characterized by bold color choices and expressive brushwork, capturing the essence of Egypt's natural beauty and architectural heritage.

Throughout his career, al-Banani held various positions, including serving as a set designer at the Cairo Opera House and as a curator at the Forensic Medicine Museum. He joined the faculty of the College of Fine Arts in 1951, eventually becoming the head of the painting department. His artworks adorn numerous public and private institutions, notably the walls of the Al-Ahram newspaper headquarters and the residences of Egyptian presidents Gamal Abdel Nasser and Anwar Sadat. Al-Banani's contributions to Egyptian art have left a lasting legacy, reflecting his deep connection to the country's cultural and natural landscapes.

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