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Abstract Swirling Forms in Teal - shown to scale
Salah Taher

Abstract Swirling Forms in Teal, 1991

Estimated price$3,500 – $6,500

Oil on Board

50 × 30 cm | 19.7 × 11.8 in

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About the work

Bold swirling forms in deep teal and blue dominate this intensely expressive composition, punctuated by luminous yellow highlights and vivid orange accents that suggest fragmented, semi-figurative shapes locked in dynamic motion.

Salah Taher (Egypt, 1911–2007).

Oil on Board, 30 × 50 cm, 1991.

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

Medium
Size
50 × 30 cm | 19.7 × 11.8 in
Year
1991
Rarity
Unique
Certificate of authenticity
Included
Genre
Colours
Green, Blue, Yellow
Location
Amman, Jordan

About the artist

Salah Taher — Oil On Carton, 49 × 67 cm (representative image)
Salah Taher

Egypt, b. 1911–2007

Salah Taher (صلاح طاهر), born in Alexandria, Egypt in 1911 and passing away in 2007, is widely regarded as one of the leading figures in modern Egyptian art. Renowned for his dynamic compositions and vibrant use of color, Taher’s work spans painting and drawing, often characterized by expressive abstraction and a lyrical approach to form. His artistic journey began with a focus on figurative subjects, later evolving into more abstract and semi-abstract styles that reflect both Egyptian heritage and universal themes.

Taher’s career was marked by significant institutional recognition. He served as the head of the Museum of Modern Art in Cairo and was also the director of the Opera House’s art department, contributing greatly to Egypt’s cultural landscape. His works have been exhibited in major institutions, including the Egyptian Museum of Modern Art and international venues such as the Venice Biennale. In the auction market, Salah Taher’s paintings have achieved notable results at leading houses like Christie’s and Sotheby’s, with several works surpassing estimates and confirming his status as a key figure in Middle Eastern art. His legacy endures through his prolific output and his influence on generations of Egyptian artists.

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