Tunisian master calligrapher Nja Mahdaoui is one of the most prolific contemporary artists of the Arab world, celebrated as a choreographer of letters and explorer of signs. This first comprehensive monograph of his 50-year career presents every phase of his artistic journey – from early works to his intricate Calligrams on parchment, tapestries, silkscreens, sculptures, drums, stained glass, architecture, graphic design and collaborations with dancers and musicians on live performances, with poets and novelists on artist’s books, and with fashion designers.
2015