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Saturday, July 25, 2026 · No. 205
Artist Profile

Mona Saudi

Mona Saudi was a prominent Jordanian sculptor known for her abstract stone carvings that draw inspiration from Arabic calligraphy and prehistoric forms. Her work often explores the intersection of organic geometry and the natural properties of materials like limestone and marble.

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Biography

Born in Amman, Jordan, Mona Saudi moved to Beirut in the 1960s to pursue her artistic education at the École Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris. Her early career was defined by her engagement with the vibrant intellectual and artistic circles of Beirut, where she began developing her signature sculptural language.

Saudi is best recognized for her minimalist, fluid stone sculptures that evoke themes of fertility, growth, and the rhythmic lines of classical Arabic script. She worked primarily in stone, often selecting materials that allowed for smooth, tactile surfaces that emphasize the inherent weight and permanence of the medium.

Throughout her career, she maintained a significant presence in the Middle Eastern art scene, contributing to the development of modern sculpture in the region. Her legacy is marked by a lifelong commitment to integrating art into public spaces and her extensive work as an art activist and publisher.

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