Echoes Across The Nile: A Hundred Years Of Egyptian Art

The Dalloul Art Foundation presents Echoes Across the Nile: A Hundred Years of Egyptian Art from the DAF Collection, on view from March 4 to July 3, 2026.

The exhibition brings together 103 artworks by 53 artists. It explores the development of Egyptian art from the early twentieth century to today. The show includes works from key modernist movements such as the Art Advocacy Group, La Chimère, Art et Liberté, and the Contemporary Art Group.

Artists in these movements developed distinct visual styles. Their work was shaped by anti-colonial ideas, nationalism, surrealism, and social realism.

The exhibition also highlights Egyptian abstract art. Many artists experimented with new media while drawing inspiration from ancient pharaonic art and mythology. Together, the works show how generations of artists have reinterpreted Egypt’s cultural heritage. They reveal an ongoing dialogue between modern and contemporary art.

Opening hours during Ramadan (until March 20, 2026):
Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Regular opening hours (starting March 23, 2026):
Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

For exhibition reservations:
info@dafbeirut.org | +961 1 791 229

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