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Composition

Name Class Date

Jilali Gharbaoui, Composition, The Ramzi and Saeda Dalloul Art Foundation. Reproduced for reference; rights reserved by the rights holder. See this canvas under a moving light: the drawing, the true colour under the varnish, the bare pigment

The facts

Artist
Jilali Gharbaoui artsdot.com/en/artists/jilali-gharbaoui/
Artist’s dates
1930 – 1971
Original size
59 x 90 cm
Held at
The Ramzi and Saeda Dalloul Art Foundation artsdot.com/en/museums/the-ramzi-and-saeda-dalloul-art-foundation-beirut/

In context

Composition — Jilali Gharbaoui

How big is it?

The original measures 59 × 90 cm (height × width), drawn here beside an adult of average height.

When might this have been painted?

  1. 1930
  2. 1940
  3. 1950
  4. 1960
  5. 1970

Row above: the years. Row below: how old the artist was at the start and at the end of each span — 0 at birth, 41 at death.

Shaded: the lifetime of Jilali Gharbaoui (1930–1971) every dated painting, decade by decade

This record has no exact year on file — using the artist's lifetime and the work's style, what decade would you guess?

Colours

Measured from the image

    Main colour

    Gray #4f6272

    Catalogued palette

    • #4F6272
    • #1F0E0B
    • #31241E
    • #14293B

    These colours inside the artist’s whole palette Find other paintings by colour

    Main colour name
    Gray
    Intensity
    Monochromatic How saturated and varied the colours are, from a single toned-down hue to many bright ones.
    Contrast
    Serene How much the colours differ in lightness and saturation across the picture.
    Harmony
    Softly Mixed Palette How well the colours work together, from clashing to fully unified.
    Brightness
    Deep_shadow How light or dark the picture reads overall, from deep shadow to bright highlight.
    Saturation
    Subtle Color How pure and strong the colours are, from near-grey to fully vivid.

    Artist and museum

    Artist

    Jilali Gharbaoui

    Born in Jorf El Mellah, Morocco

    jilali gharbaoui fue un pintor y escultor marroquí nacido en jorf el melha, marruecos en 1930. se considera uno de los pioneros del arte modernista en marruecos, junto con ahmed cherkaoui. la abstracción de gharbaoui se basaba en pinceladas y la materialidad de la pintura, en oposición a la cultura marroquí.

    estudios y carrera

    gharbaoui estudió arte en la academie des arts en fes y más tarde en la école des beaux-arts en parís. se relacionó con artistas y poetas como henri michaux, hans hartung, jean dubuffet y pierre restany. su obra se caracteriza por la experimentación con la forma y el color, y se considera una de las figuras más importantes del arte moderno en marruecos.

    estudió en la academie des arts en fes.

    se relacionó con artistas y poetas como henri michaux, hans hartung, jean dubuffet y pierre restany.

    su obra se caracteriza por la experimentación con la forma y el color.

    obra y estilo

    la obra de gharbaoui se caracteriza por la abstracción y la experimentación con la forma y el color. se considera uno de los pioneros del arte modernista en marruecos, y su obra ha sido influenciada por la cultura marroquí y la historia del país. algunas de sus obras más destacadas son la pintura y el cuadro, que se pueden ver en el museo de bellas artes de marruecos. importancia de su obra la obra de gharbaoui es importante porque refleja la historia y la cultura de marruecos. su estilo único y su experimentación con la forma y el color han influido en la generación de artistas que lo siguió. puede ver más información sobre jilali gharbaoui en https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/jilali-gharbaoui, donde puede encontrar más detalles sobre su vida y obra.

    conclusión

    en resumen, jilali gharbaoui fue un artista pintor marroquí que se considera uno de los pioneros del arte modernista en marruecos. su obra se caracteriza por la abstracción y la experimentación con la forma y el color, y ha sido influenciada por la cultura marroquí y la historia del país. su estilo único y su importancia en la historia del arte en marruecos lo convierten en una figura destacada en el mundo del arte. puede ver más información sobre jilali gharbaoui en https://AllPaintingsStore.com/@/jilali-gharbaoui, donde puede encontrar más detalles sobre su vida y obra.

    Museum

    The Ramzi and Saeda Dalloul Art Foundation

    On show in Beirut, Lebanon

    A Sanctuary of Contemporary Vision in Beirut

    In the heart of a city defined by its profound resilience and layered history,

    The Ramzi and Saeda Dalloul Art Foundation (DAF Beirut)

    emerges as a luminous beacon of cultural continuity. More than just a repository for fine art, this institution serves as a vital sanctuary where the pulse of contemporary creativity meets the enduring spirit of Lebanon. Established with a deep-seated commitment to fostering dialogue through visual language, the foundation acts as a bridge between local narratives and the global art discourse, offering a space where the ephemeral nature of modern life is captured, contemplated, and preserved.

    The architecture of the foundation itself whispers stories of modernity and light. Designed to complement the vibrant urban fabric of Beirut, the space provides an ethereal backdrop that allows the artworks to breathe. The interplay of shadow and illumination within its galleries creates a rhythmic experience for the visitor, guiding them through a curated journey of perception. For the discerning collector or the interior designer seeking inspiration, the foundation’s environment offers a masterclass in how structural elegance can harmonize with the raw, emotive power of contemporary painting and sculpture.

    A Tapestry of Arab Artistry

    The collection at DAF Beirut is a meticulously curated tapestry of voices, highlighting works that challenge boundaries and redefine perspectives. The foundation’s strength lies in its ability to present a diverse array of media, creating a seamless flow of historical context and avant-garde experimentation. Visitors may encounter:

    Large-scale installations

    that command the room with their physical presence;

    Intimate

    sketches

    that reveal the artist's most vulnerable moments;

    A vast range of media including painting, drawing, print, photography, ceramic, sculpture, tapestry, and installation.

    The collection includes works created by artists from across the Levant, North Africa, and the Arabian Peninsula. This extensive assembly was compiled by the late Dr. Ramzi Dalloul and his wife, Saeda Al-Husseini, starting in the 1970s, and continues to expand under the mission of safeguarding and promoting Arab art. Each piece is selected not merely for its aesthetic merit, but for its capacity to provoke thought and stir the soul.

    A Living Laboratory of Ideas

    What truly distinguishes The Ramzi and Saeda Dalloul Art Foundation is its role as an active participant in the living history of art. Through rotating exhibitions that tackle themes of identity, memory, and transformation, the foundation transcends the traditional role of a passive observer to become a laboratory for ideas. Its mission encompasses preservation, documentation, archiving, publication, research, and cultural events, all aimed at making Arab art accessible to both local and international audiences.

    Beyond its physical walls, the foundation’s dedication to disseminating knowledge is reflected in its expansive digital presence. The website acts as a digital reference for Arab art, providing vital resources for researchers and students alike. Whether through supporting international events like the Biennale Arte or through its profound commitment to local cultural engagement, DAF Beirut remains a dynamic, breathing force capable of reshaping our understanding of the world around us.

    Where to read more

    Find this online

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    Cite this artwork

    MLA
    Gharbaoui, Jilali. Composition. n.d., The Ramzi and Saeda Dalloul Art Foundation. https://artsdot.com/en/art/jilali-gharbaoui-composition-D796W9-en/
    APA
    Gharbaoui, Jilali (n.d.). Composition [Painting]. The Ramzi and Saeda Dalloul Art Foundation. https://artsdot.com/en/art/jilali-gharbaoui-composition-D796W9-en/
    Chicago
    Jilali Gharbaoui. Composition. n.d. The Ramzi and Saeda Dalloul Art Foundation. https://artsdot.com/en/art/jilali-gharbaoui-composition-D796W9-en/
    Harvard
    Gharbaoui, Jilali (n.d.) Composition. The Ramzi and Saeda Dalloul Art Foundation. Available at: https://artsdot.com/en/art/jilali-gharbaoui-composition-D796W9-en/

    Look closely

    Composition — Jilali Gharbaoui

    Look closely

    Answer in your own words. There are no wrong answers here — only answers you can explain.

    1. What catches your eye first, and why?
    2. Which colours or shapes create the mood — and what is that mood?
    3. What might the artist have wanted you to feel?
    4. If you could ask the artist one question about this work, what would it be?

    Your response

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    Questions & Answers

    Does "Composition" have an augmented reality preview?

    "Composition" by Jilali Gharbaoui can be previewed on your own wall with the artwork's AR Preview page, using augmented reality on a compatible device.

    Which color stands out most in "Composition"?

    gray (#4f6272) is the leading color of "Composition" by Jilali Gharbaoui.

    Does "Composition" show strong light-dark contrasts?

    The light-dark contrast of "Composition" is recorded as serene. Contrast describes how strongly light and dark areas differ.