Artist: Ibrahim Nubani (b. 1961)
Year: 1987
Technique: Watercolor on paper
Dimensions: 28 x 38 cm
Status: Hand-signed and dated (lower left)
About the Artwork:
This powerful original watercolor from 1987 is a superb example of Ibrahim Nubani’s early exploration of geometric forms. The composition is dominated by bold, solid blocks of black and bright red that anchor a swirling, multi-layered background of blues, oranges, and greens. It showcases Nubani’s unique ability to balance structural rigidity with painterly freedom, marking a defining period in his stylistic evolution as a leading contemporary artist.
About the Artist:
Ibrahim Nubani is a prominent Palestinian-Israeli artist, recognized for his mastery of abstract forms and color theory. A graduate of the Bezalel Academy, his works bridge Western modernist influences with a distinct local identity. Nubani’s art is featured in the permanent collections of Israel's major museums, including the Tel Aviv Museum of Art and the Israel Museum, establishing him as a pivotal figure in the local abstract movement.