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"The Whirling Dervishes" by Mahmud Said (Painting) Modern Egyptian Art, Circle Dance, Sufi Dance, Sufi Art, Egyptian Painting, Whirling Dervish, Middle Eastern Art, Iranian Art, Eastern Art

Mahmoud Said (Egyptian, 1897-1964) The Whirling Dervishes signed and dated 'M. SAID 1929' (lower right) oil on panel 38 3/8 x 27½in. (97.5 x 69.8cm.) Painted in 1929 Sold by Christie's. Mahmoud Said was a central figure in modern Egyptian art, born in Alexandria. He is called the 'father of Egyptian modern art.' He abandoned his career as a court judge when he turned fifty to dedicate himself to his art full-time. His paintings are much sought after by collectors. A museum dedicated to his…

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