The artwork of the Egyptian artist George Bahgory can be seen in an exhibition at Sharjah Art Museum. Courtesy Seven Media
The artwork of the Egyptian artist George Bahgory can be seen in an exhibition at Sharjah Art Museum. Courtesy Seven Media
The artwork of the Egyptian artist George Bahgory can be seen in an exhibition at Sharjah Art Museum. Courtesy Seven Media
The artwork of the Egyptian artist George Bahgory can be seen in an exhibition at Sharjah Art Museum. Courtesy Seven Media

Lasting Impressions features seven decades of works by the Egyptian artist George Bahgory

Ellen Fortini

December 15, 2015

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The Egyptian artist George Bahgory presents Lasting Impressions, an exhibition at the Sharjah Art Museum of more than 80 works, some dating back to the 1950s when he was a student. His art, which come in a variety of media, is a combination of classic and contemporary styles, often with a comical twist.

Considered the spiritual father of Egyptian caricature, Bahgory is also a sculptor, novelist, an actor and he writes children’s books.

• Daily until December 31, 8am-8pm Saturdays to Thursdays; 4-8pm on Fridays, Sharjah Art Museum, Sharjah, 06 568 8222, www.sharjahmuseums.ae

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