Tabari Artspace to Showcase Works by Egyptian Artist Adel El Siwi

Tabari Artspace in Dubai's DIFC is set to host "Yellow Tropics," a solo exhibition by renowned Egyptian painter Adel El Siwi from November 15th, 2024, to January 6th, 2025. Widely regarded as the “chronicler and storyteller” of his generation, El Siwi's work reflects over fifty years of artistic exploration, rooted in the socio-political changes of post-revolutionary Egypt.

This exhibition marks El Siwi's first in over a decade and features a compelling mix of newly created paintings alongside selections from his extensive archive. The title, ‘Yellow Tropics,’ invites intrigue, as it juxtaposes the concept of Egypt—often associated with vast deserts—with the tropical imagery that alludes to deeper anthropological histories and the artist's connection to the African continent.

El Siwi's work is characterized by a unique blend of magic realism, where his subjects, reminiscent of theatrical figures, evoke a sense of familiarity yet remain tantalizingly distant. Through his art, El Siwi seeks to reclaim his multifaceted identity, intertwining Egypt's Islamic and Mediterranean heritage with its African roots, thus crafting a narrative that extends beyond the typical confines of national identity.