Historical Figure
Wahbi al-Hariri
Ottoman
Wahbi al-Hariri-Rifai was a Syrian American artist. He was also an accomplished architect, archaeologist, and author. His artwork has garnered international recognition and praise both in his lifetime and posthumously.
Connection to Damascus
Active in Damascus art circles; mentored the leading modern Syrian artists who taught at Damascus University.
Known for
The Last of the Classicists; mentor to Syria's greatest modern painters.
Lifespan
1914 – 1994
Biography
Wahbi al-Hariri-Rifai was a Syrian American artist. He was also an accomplished architect, archaeologist, and author. His artwork has garnered international recognition and praise both in his lifetime and posthumously.