Palestinian Painter Sliman Mansour Dies at 79 in Jerusalem
Sliman Mansour, a renowned Palestinian artist who dedicated over sixty years to portraying his country's fight for freedom, died in Jerusalem at 79. His family made the announcement on Instagram on August 24, after previously updating followers about his serious health issues. The cause of death hasn’t been revealed yet. Born in 1947 in Birzeit, Palestine, just before the Nakba and the establishment of Israel, Mansour experienced oppression and violence throughout his life. Despite this, he used his art to advocate for human rights. Working from his studio in Ramallah, he illustrated life before the occupation and the hardships faced by Palestinians. In a 2023 interview, he said, "Anything that is Palestinian... is a sensitive matter to the Israelis." His family shared, "He leaves behind a beautiful legacy, but for us, he was our father, our love and strength." Notable works include "Rituals Under Occupation" (1989) and "Jamal al-Mahamel" (1973).
Key facts
- Sliman Mansour died in Jerusalem at age 79.
- Death announced by family on Instagram on August 24.
- Cause of death not yet made public.
- Born in 1947 in Birzeit, Palestine.
- Chronicled Palestinian life and occupation for over six decades.
- Jailed, beaten, and threatened by Israeli government.
- Worked from studio in Ramallah, West Bank.
- In 2023 interview with Hyperallergic, he emphasized Palestinian existence.
- Notable works include 'Rituals Under Occupation' (1989) and 'Camel of Hardship' (1973).
Entities
Artists
Institutions
- Hyperallergic
Locations
- Jerusalem
- Birzeit
- Palestine
- Ramallah
- West Bank
- Israel