Wael Shawky

Wael Shawky (born 1971) is an Egyptian artist, draftsperson and painter.

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Overview

Born at Alexandria in 1971.

In detail

Wael Shawky studied at University of Pennsylvania School of Design. the recorded working language is Arabic.

The field of work recorded is installation art.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Alexandria.

Work by Wael Shawky is recorded in the collections of Tate, National Gallery of Canada, Museum of Modern Art and Hessel Museum of Art.

Distinctions recorded are Abraaj Group Art Prize.

Sources

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    “Wael Shawky”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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    Wikidata, structured authority record Q28059083: Wael Shawky

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