Modern Painting in Egypt

A two-volume revival of Aimé Azar's landmark 1961 study of modern Egyptian painting, expanded with over 600 works and 90 artist biographies, now published in English.

Modern Painting in Egypt is an invitation to travel through the Egyptian art scene of the 20th century, highlighting several major painters, as well as their role in the construction of heritage culture of Egypt.

This edition brings up to date the book by Aimé Azar, a well-known specialist in modern Egyptian art. Published in 1...