22nd Oct, 2025 12:00
Modern and Contemporary Middle Eastern Art
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HUGUETTE CALAND (LEBANESE, 1931-2019)
Untitled
HUGUETTE CALAND (LEBANESE, 1931-2019)
Untitled
Signed and dated 'Huguette Caland, 1994' on bottom right
Mixed media on canvas stretched on wood
43cm x 60.5cm (total including frame)
Huguette Caland was born in 1931, in Beirut, Lebanon. The daughter of Lebanese president Bechara El-Khoury, Caland began studying art as a mature student at the American University of Beirut. She then moved to Paris in 1970, where she gained recognition for her unique style that blended abstract art with themes of femininity and personal identity. Caland became highly influential, known for her vibrant and explicit paintings, drawings, and mixed media works, reflecting her Lebanese heritage and exploring the complexities of womanhood. Throughout her career Caland participated in numerous exhibitions worldwide, and she has been continuously celebrated since her passing in 2019 for her contributions to contemporary art.
Provenance
Private Collection, Beirut
Further details
The work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity by Brigitte Caland
Estimated at £25,000 - £30,000
HUGUETTE CALAND (LEBANESE, 1931-2019)
Untitled
Signed and dated 'Huguette Caland, 1994' on bottom right
Mixed media on canvas stretched on wood
43cm x 60.5cm (total including frame)
Huguette Caland was born in 1931, in Beirut, Lebanon. The daughter of Lebanese president Bechara El-Khoury, Caland began studying art as a mature student at the American University of Beirut. She then moved to Paris in 1970, where she gained recognition for her unique style that blended abstract art with themes of femininity and personal identity. Caland became highly influential, known for her vibrant and explicit paintings, drawings, and mixed media works, reflecting her Lebanese heritage and exploring the complexities of womanhood. Throughout her career Caland participated in numerous exhibitions worldwide, and she has been continuously celebrated since her passing in 2019 for her contributions to contemporary art.
Provenance
Private Collection, Beirut
Further details
The work is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity by Brigitte Caland
Auction: Modern and Contemporary Middle Eastern Art, 22nd Oct, 2025
Over the course of the last two decades, Middle Eastern Modern and Contemporary Art has emerged as one of the most important areas of the art market, attracting significant attention internationally. At Azca, we are proud to provide a platform where the vibrant and rich artistic character of the Middle East can continue to be celebrated.
The sale highlights the works of visionary artists such as Ismail Fattah (Iraqi, 1934-2004), Sliman Mansour (Palestinian, b. 1947) and Louay Kayali (Syrian, 1934-1978) to name a few.
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