Visual artist Sami Mohamed leaves
The Kuwaiti visual artist and sculptor Sami Mohammed Ahmad Al-Saleh has passed away at the age of 82 after battling illness. He is considered one of the pioneers of modern Kuwaiti art, contributing significantly to establishing the presence of visual art and sculpture both locally and across the Arab world. Born in Kuwait in 1943, he studied sculpture in Cairo and obtained a diploma from France in 1970. He was a founding member of the Kuwaiti Society of Plastic Arts. His work was characterized by experimentation and a quest for meaning, inspired by surrealist and expressive trends. He was also entrusted with designing important national awards. His works are regarded as a prominent mark in Kuwaiti theatrical art, leaving a rich artistic legacy that reflects a career spanning several decades.
Notice: This Is an AI-Generated Summary
Comments (0)