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Sudanese artist Hassan Musa’s “Contemporary Calligraphy” at the Gallery of African Art

Closing this week, the Gallery of African Art (GAFRA) presents Contemporary Calligraphy, a solo exhibition of works by Hassan Musa, curated by art historian and lecturer Elsbeth Court. Featuring a selection of new and early works on paper and textiles, Contemporary Calligraphy marks the return to the UK of a remarkable African artist.

Hassan Musa’s engagement with calligraphy can be traced back to his teen years working on his school’s mural newspaper in western Sudan. Now domiciled in France, his style a synthesis of African, occidental and oriental traditions distinguish his oeuvre as truly original. The selection of calligraphy works on show reveals Musa’s range of picture making that includes animals and landscapes, as well as cultural and political icons.

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