PAINTING A PICTURE OF MODERN ARAB ART

A Conversation with Basel Dalloul

Dr. Basel Dalloul, Founder of the Dalloul Art Foundation, joins Tareq Kandari in a conversation about the broader narratives surrounding the evolution of Arab modern art. The discussion focuses on DAF’s role and mission in changing these narratives to better represent the reality and the ingenuity of Arab artists’ contributions to visual culture.

From the effects of orientalism on the global imagination regarding Arab culture and creativity, to the thriving modern and contemporary art scene across the Arab world, Dr. Dalloul discusses the multitude of challenges faced by artists and collectors in accurately constructing cohesive narratives that fill the gaps in our understanding of Arab visual culture and history. Amongst other topics, the conversation also explores the future of Arab art, and the role of DAF in the process.