We invite you to celebrate the release of Lebanon and the Split of Life: Bearing Witness through the Art of Nabil Kanso by Meriam Soltan with a special presentation of Kanso’s works from the collections of the Dalloul Art Foundation and the Nabil Kanso Estate at Saleh Barakat Gallery from 5 7 June, 2024.

Book Launch on 5 June, 2024 at 4:00 – 8:00 pm

4:45pm

Ms Wafa Roz begins program, introduces author Meriam Soltan. Ms Wafa Roz will introduce speakers and coordinate transitions.

5:00pm

Reading from author Meriam Soltan of a passage from Lebanon and the Split of Life: Bearing Witness through the Art of Nabil Kanso and guided gallery tour (20 min)

6:00pm- 7:00pm

Panel discussion moderated by Saleh Barakat featuring Dr. Basel Dalloul (Founder of DAF), Mohammed Al Thani (Founder of IAIA in NYC), and Meriam Soltan of Lebanon and the Split of Life : Bearing Witness through the Art of Nabil Kanso

7:15-8:00pm

Audience Q & A Ms Wafa Roz concludes the program and thanks the speakers and guests.

6 and 7 June: exhibition open to public from 11:am-6:00pm