12.11.1936–28.10.2020

Mohamed Melehi

Mohamed Melehi (1936–2020) was a Moroccan visual artist and designer born in Asilah. He was associated with the Casablanca School, a modernist art movement of the 1960s in Morocco. He died in Boulogne-Billancourt, France.

Mohamed Melehi
DescriptionPortrait of Mohamed Melehi.

Biography

Mohamed Melehi was born on November 12, 1936, in the Moroccan city of Asilah. He was a Moroccan visual artist and designer. During the 1960s, Melehi was associated with the Casablanca School, a modern art movement that played a significant role in the development of contemporary art in Morocco. His work encompassed various forms of art and design, which characterized him as a versatile creator. Mohamed Melehi passed away on October 28, 2020, in the French city of Boulogne-Billancourt.

Profile notes

Profile and sources

Image

Artist image

Le360; Wikimedia Commons; CC BY 3.0.

Sources