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Abstract Swirling Forms in Warm Tones - shown to scale
Wajih Nahli

Abstract Swirling Forms in Warm Tones

Estimated price$6,909 – $12,831

Oil on Board

70 × 50 cm | 27.6 × 19.7 in

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About the work

Sweeping arcs of deep purple and blue surge across a luminous ground of yellow and orange, animated by bold gestural brushstrokes that radiate heat and motion. The composition balances warm fiery tones above with cooler passages below, creating a vivid sense of elemental energy in flux.

Wajih Nahli (Lebanon, 1932–2017).

Oil on Board, 50 × 70 cm.

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

Medium
Size
70 × 50 cm | 27.6 × 19.7 in
Rarity
Unique
Certificate of authenticity
Included
Genre
Colours
Orange, Yellow, Blue
Location
Amman, Jordan

About the artist

Wajih Nahli — Oil on canvas , 150 × 150 cm (representative image)
Wajih Nahli

Lebanon, b. 1932–2017

Wajih Nahlé (1932–2017) was a Lebanese painter, calligrapher, and sculptor renowned for his innovative fusion of traditional Arabic calligraphy with contemporary artistic expressions. Born in Beirut, he studied under the esteemed Lebanese painter Moustafa Farroukh, laying the foundation for a prolific career that spanned over six decades. Nahlé's work is characterized by a dynamic interplay of movement and color, often transforming Arabic letters into vibrant, abstract compositions that transcend linguistic boundaries.

Throughout his career, Nahlé participated in numerous prestigious exhibitions worldwide. Notably, he held solo exhibitions at Wally Findlay Galleries in Paris and New York in 1977, and his works were showcased at the Grand Palais in Paris during the Salon d'Automne in 1982. His art is part of esteemed collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Tunisia. In recognition of his contributions, Nahlé received several accolades, such as the Officer of the Order of Arts and Letters from both Lebanon in 1980 and France in 1994.

Nahlé's market presence is notable, with his artworks fetching significant sums at auctions. His piece "Untitled" achieved a record price of $12,732 at Bonhams New Bond Street in 2016. Over the years, his paintings have consistently attracted collectors, reflecting the enduring appeal and value of his artistic legacy.

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