Ismail Fatah Al Turk
Ismail Fatah Al-Turk ("Ismail Fatah") (1934 or 1938–2004) was an Iraqi painter and sculptor born in Basra, Iraq, noted for his abstract art, monumental sculpture, and public works and as part of the Baghdad Modern Art Group, which fostered a sense of national identity. His monument, al-Shaheed Monument is the most iconic public monument in Baghdad.
Ismail Fatah Al Turk | |
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| Born | 1934 Basra, Iraq |
| Died | 21 July 2004 Baghdad, Iraq |
| Nationality | Iraqi |
| Education | Baghdad Institute of Fine Arts; Accademia di Belle Arti di Roma |
| Known for | Sculpture |
| Notable work | Al-Shaheed Monument |
| Spouse | Lisa Fattah (artist) |
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