INTERVIEW

« Il faut inclure l’art arabe moderne dans l’enseignement de l’histoire de l’art »

Katia Yezli with Silvia Naef

L'hebdo du Quotidien de l'art, 6.10.23

 

In her book "À la recherche d'une modernité arabe," Silvia Naef, Full Professor in the Arabic Studies Section, University of Geneva, brings to light a significant yet relatively obscure facet of art history: the realm of modern Arab art. Originally published in 1996, this seminal work is on the brink of being reissued by Zamân Books (Paris) both in French and English.

In summary, publishing an extended version of "À la recherche d'une modernité arabe" after its initial publication over 25 years ago is important because it continues to challenge misconceptions, contextualize the rise of Arab modernism, and celebrate the cultural legacy of Arab artists, fostering a deeper appreciation for this significant aspect of art history.

 

Read the interview here.