The Contemporary Art Scene in Syria: Social Critic and an Artistic Movement

The decade was characterized by a high degree of experimentation as young artists began to work with artistic media that were new in Syria, such as video, installation and performance art. They were rethinking the role of artists in society and looking for ways to reach audiences in a more direct manner and address socio-cultural and socio-political issues.

This book will be of interest to scholars of global and Middle Eastern art studies, and also to scholars interested in the recent social and cultural history of Syria and the wider Middle East.

Black and white illustrations

Hardcover

164 pages

Dimensions: height 24.9 x width 18.0 x depth 2.3 cm

ISBN: 9780367244781

Publisher: Routledge

Published July 09, 2020

Country of Publication: United Kingdom