7th May, 2025 12:00
Modern & Contemporary African & Middle Eastern Art
51
‡ ABDEL WAHAB MORSI (EGYPTIAN 1931-2021)
CAT
signed Abdel Wahab Morsi in Arabic and dated 1965 lower centre
oil on board
43.5 x 49.5cm; 17 1/4 x 19 1/2in
51 x 61cm; 20 x 24in (framed)
Property of a Private Collector, Alexandria
Abdel Wahab Morsi was born in Al Sharkeia, Egypt. In 1957, he graduated with a BA from the Faculty of Fine Arts in Zamalek, Cairo. In 1971, he left Egypt to further his studies at the University of San Fernando in Spain, with a focus on engraving. It was in the same year that he was awarded second prize in the 3rd international triennial in Barcelona. Morsi’s work has been exhibited extensively, including solo exhibitions at the Egyptian Cultural Centre in Belgium in 1982, Modern Art Gallery in Geneva in 1971, and the Museum of Modern Art in Cairo. He has also participated in group exhibitions including the Alexandria Biennial and the Venice Biennial in 1976. His work can be found in various important private collections in Egypt and beyond, and is part of the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art in Cairo, The Jordanian National Museum and the Royal Museum in Spain among others.
Sold for £1,200
CAT
signed Abdel Wahab Morsi in Arabic and dated 1965 lower centre
oil on board
43.5 x 49.5cm; 17 1/4 x 19 1/2in
51 x 61cm; 20 x 24in (framed)
Property of a Private Collector, Alexandria
Abdel Wahab Morsi was born in Al Sharkeia, Egypt. In 1957, he graduated with a BA from the Faculty of Fine Arts in Zamalek, Cairo. In 1971, he left Egypt to further his studies at the University of San Fernando in Spain, with a focus on engraving. It was in the same year that he was awarded second prize in the 3rd international triennial in Barcelona. Morsi’s work has been exhibited extensively, including solo exhibitions at the Egyptian Cultural Centre in Belgium in 1982, Modern Art Gallery in Geneva in 1971, and the Museum of Modern Art in Cairo. He has also participated in group exhibitions including the Alexandria Biennial and the Venice Biennial in 1976. His work can be found in various important private collections in Egypt and beyond, and is part of the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art in Cairo, The Jordanian National Museum and the Royal Museum in Spain among others.
Auction: Modern & Contemporary African & Middle Eastern Art, 7th May, 2025
Auction Location: London, UK
The Modern & Contemporary African and Middle Eastern Art market has flourished over the last 15 years and continues to grow, establishing a strong foothold in the UK. Our expert department at Olympia Auctions has, uniquely among other auction houses, brought together the synergies of the Arab world, Maghreb and the rest of Africa, reflecting the mutuality and shared history of these regions.
Our previous sales have included works from the collection of the late Saudi collector, Dr Mohammed Said Farsi and the Zulficar Family Collection.
Each spring and autumn, we hold bi-annual, tightly curated, live auctions, offering both young and established collectors the opportunity to acquire works in a wide range of price brackets.
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PUBLIC EXHIBITION
Thursday 1st May: 10:00am- 8.30pm (Private View: 5:00 - 8:30pm including Panel Discussion at 7:00pm)
Friday 2nd May: 10:00am-5:00pm
Monday 5th May: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Tuesday 6th May 10:00am - 5:00pm
AUCTION
Wednesday 7th May, 12:00pm
Viewing
Public Exhibition:
Thursday 1st May: 10:00am- 8.30pm (Private View: 5:00pm - 8:30pm including Panel Discussion at 7:00pm)
Friday 2nd May: 10:00am-5:00pm
Monday 5th May: 12:00pm-4:00pm
Tuesday 6th May 10:00am - 5:00pm
AUCTION
Wednesday 7th May, 12:00pm
