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First French Retrospective for Egyptian Painter Hamed Abdalla at IMA-Tourcoing

exhibition · 2026-03-28

The Institut du monde arabe-Tourcoing is presenting the inaugural French retrospective of Egyptian painter Hamed Abdalla, who passed away in 1985. The exhibition, which continues through July 12, 2026, honors the artist known for developing the 'mot forme' concept. This comprehensive show traces both Abdalla's artistic evolution and the historical context of his homeland.

Key facts

  • Hamed Abdalla was an Egyptian painter who died in 1985
  • This is his first retrospective exhibition in France
  • The exhibition runs until July 12, 2026
  • The show is presented at Institut du monde arabe-Tourcoing
  • Abdalla created the artistic concept called 'mot forme'

Entities

Artists

  • Hamed Abdalla

Institutions

  • Institut du monde arabe-Tourcoing

Locations

  • France
  • Egypt

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