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  • Comment: This is a resume, not an encyclopedic article. '''[[User:CanonNi]]''' (talk • contribs) 08:01, 12 June 2025 (UTC)
  • Comment: You are telling us everything you know about your father, Wikipedia has zero interest in that, we need to see what reliable sources unconnected to him have said about him. Theroadislong (talk) 09:22, 9 June 2025 (UTC)

Introduction:

Jean Khalifé (1923–1978) was a Lebanese painter widely recognized as one of the early leaders of abstract art in the Middle East. Over his three-decade career, he participated in more than 65 solo and group exhibitions worldwide, including biennales in São Paulo, Alexandria, and Tokyo. His works have been collected by national museums and cultural institutions in Lebanon, Italy, Syria, and the UK.

As president of the Lebanese Artists Association for Painters and Sculptors (1967–1969), he led the association's affiliation with UNESCO's International Foundation for Fine Arts..[1] [2] [3]

JEAN KHALIFE was considered a rebellious Lebanese Painter; For Him, a painting is a marriage of shapes and colors, where space unfolds freely. While he mastered classical academic techniques, he quickly recognized the limitations of traditional theories and began to explore beyond the figurative. His artistic journey became a quest to infuse color and form with emotional resonance urging the viewer to experience, not just observe, his work.[4] [5]

Acquired by many individuals, museums, foundations and institutions, his paintings are found in prestigious collections in Lebanon and around the world.

The creation of the JEAN KHALIFE MUSEUM in his native village Hadtoun is testimony to the Lebanese State's appreciation of his art.

More about Jean:

Jean Khalifé was born in Hadtoun, a village in northern Lebanon. After completing his studies at the Collège des Frères Maristes (Jounieh), he declared he could only be a painter and thought about forging a career as an artist, " a profession with no future..."

His Career:

Between 1947 and 1950: He enrolled at the Lebanese Academy of Fine Arts (ALBA), where he was taught by Fernando Manetti and César Gemayel.

1950: A collective exhibition at the Lebanese Academy of Fine Arts (ALBA) drew him to public attention and he received a scholarship from the Lebanese government to pursue his studies in France.

From 1951 till 1954: He studied at the Beaux-Arts de Paris and frequently attended the Académie de la Grande Chaumière.

1955: He participated in a group exhibition called "The Middle East Artists" at the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris. Back in Beirut, he taught at the Lebanese Academy of Fine Arts (ALBA) and at the Italian Institute. Also, he participated in a group Exhibition (the 1st Salon D'Automne) at the Unesco.[6] [7] [8] [9]

1959: First solo exhibition at the "Galerie Camille Mounsef" (Beirut). The public discovers violent paintings with strident chords of color along with more serene, harmonious and delicately nuanced works. Some paintings show that Khalifé is seduced by the adventure of the abstract. Khalifé was awarded twice the Lebanese Ministry of National Education Award and the Prize of the President's Wife; "Zalfa Shamoun".[10] [11] [12]

Between 1959 and 1960: Having won a scholarship from the Italian government, he stayed in Rome where he participated in the "IIième Salon d'Hiver" held at the "Margutissima" art gallery.

Between 1959 and 1973: Jean Khalifé takes part in all the annual collective spring exhibitions organized by the Ministry of National Education and Fine Arts.

1960: Individual exhibition at the gallery "Alecco Saab" in Beirut. The bright colors were replaced with neutral tones where gray dominated. Nudes prevailed.[13] [14] [15] [16]

Between 1960 and 1966: Jean Khalifé takes part in all the annual collective exhibitions at the BIENNALE of ALEXANDRIA (Egypt).

The year 1961 is a milestone in the journey of the artist. Khalifé engages in abstract art and informs the public: "I opted for the abstract finally. The artist who creates an informal work wants to communicate only the essence beyond folkloric elements ... "

1961: A second individual exhibition at the gallery "Alecco Saab" and another one at the "French cultural center for higher studies". The artist participated in a group exhibition at the American University of Beirut (AUB).[17] [18] [19] [20] [21]

Between 1961 and 1974: Jean Khalifé takes part in all the annual collective "Salon d'Automne" exhibitions at the Nicolas Sursock Museum. [22]

1962: Two individual exhibitions at the gallery "La Licorne" and at the Carlton Hotel. Two additional group exhibitions at the Italian Institute of Beirut and the "Galleria Nazionale di Arte Moderna" in Rome. The same year, he married Odette Aad and they leave the country to take residence in Paris. [23] [24] [25]

1963: First individual exhibition in Paris at the "Galerie de l'Université". Critics have unanimously agreed on his eastern talent issued of old roots however soaked in a taste of luxury and Mediterranean sun. Also, he participated in a group Exhibition (the 10th Salon D'Automne) at the UNESCO.[26] [27] [28] [29]

1964: Individual exhibition at the St. Georges Hotel, Beirut entitled "Universe".[30] [31]

December 28 1964: Birth of their only child, Jim.

1965: Individual exhibition in the showrooms of the newspaper L'Orient. Also, he participated in a group Exhibition (the 12th Salon D'Automne) at the Unesco.[32]

From 1965 till 1978: Professor of painting at the Institute of Fine Arts at the Lebanese University, he was elected Head of the art workshop in 1973.

From 1967 till 1971: Jean Khalifé takes part in all the collective exhibitions at the São Paulo Art Biennial (Brazil). Also, he participated in a group Exhibition (the 14th Salon D'Automne) at the Unesco.[33]

From 1967 till 1971: He chaired the Lebanese Artists Association for Painters and Sculptors (LAAPS) and achieved the Association membership affiliation to the UNESCO International Foundation for Fine Arts.

1968: On the initiative of Jean Khalifé, who had become chairman of LAAPS, a major Retrospective of Lebanese artists was organized at the UNESCO Palace. The exhibition featured artworks by Jean Khalifé and other esteemed artists, drawn from the "Ministry of Education and Fine Arts' collection, acquired through a series of earlier exhibitions.[34] 

Jean Khalifé takes also part in the "Dar El-Fan" collective exhibition.

1969: Member of the Arbitration Committee of the Fall Exhibition (VIIème Salon d'Automne) at the Sursock Museum with André Fermigier and John Carswell

1970: Khalifé is back in the galleries after a five-year retirement. In an individual exhibition at "Dar El-Fan" whereas emphasis is on colors and the paintings seem to be related by one theme, "Inner landscapes". Etel Adnan said of him: "...the painter has captured the purity of the infinitely large and the infinitely small. One has the feeling that he shatters prosaic reality on the very surface of the paper..."[35] [36] [37] 

Jean also participates at the "XVIIème Salon de Peinture et de Sculpture" by the Ministry of the National Education that was held at the UNESCO.[38]

1971: The John F. KENNEDY American Center at the American University of Beirut exhibits 40 paintings and 6 sculptures of Jean Khalifé. The brochure of the exhibition reveals the artist's credo: "It is the color that prevails in the realization of my paintings. It cannot be severed from the birth of forms...". A painting entitled "The Singing American" was offered to the American University of Beirut (AUB).[39] [40] [41] [42] [43] 

Khalifé participates in "Expo 71", organized by the Hamazkaine Cultural Association.

In July 1971, Khalifé went to England and participated in an exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum in the University of Oxford. The paintings are worked on site. A painting by Jean Khalifé is donated to the museum by the newspaper An-Nahar to inaugurate a room devoted to contemporary Lebanese art.[44] [45] 

In September 1971, a new exhibition at the ZELLA Gallery in London.

1972: Individual exhibition at the gallery "MODULART' (Beirut). Khalifé said to have reached "the point where the figurative and the abstract merge one into the other."

1973: Another individual exhibition at "MODULART" and participation in a collective exhibition at the NIKA Museum in Tokyo. He was elected Head of Art Workshop of the National Institute of Fine Arts at the Lebanese University,

1974: Jean Khalifé participates in person in the 1st Arab Biennale held in Baghdad-Iraq, with other Lebanese artists.

1975: Jean Khalifé takes part in the Old Byblos Souk collective exhibition.

Between 1975 and 1978: The events in Lebanon have deeply marked Khalifé, but he has not stopped painting: "Despite my distress, I want to testify with tears sometimes, I want to paint and paint this exciting Lebanon in its true face".

1977: Two individual exhibition at the Arab Cultural Center in Damascus whereas a large canvas was acquired by the National Museum of Damascus. The other exhibition took place at the "Palais de la Culture" in Rabyeh. Three group exhibitions at; the "Kesserwan Cultural Counsel", the Gallery Damo in Antelias and at the Museo del Folklore Romano in Rome.

1978: Salon de Mai exhibition at the Municipal Palace of Zouk Mikael-Lebanon.

12 December 1978: Jean Khalifé dies of a terrible heart attack at 55 years of age, while he was painting in his studio, leaving behind him a perpetual worldwide artistic heritage.

1979: Boutros Harb, then Minister of Education, laid the first stone of the JEAN KHALIFE MUSEUM in the artist native village Hadtoun and awarded him posthumously the Lebanese Order Of Merit.

After his passing away:

Jean Khalifé continues his artistic journey through prestigious publications, studies and a number of posthumous exhibitions, including, most importantly:

1980: Eight oil paintings, among them the incomplete one called "The Departure", and 59 Pastel, Charcoal, Gouache and felt paintings were exhibited at the Gab Center.

1982: Four paintings presented at the Sursock Museum in the part of a tribute dedicated to missing artists.

1983: Exhibition "Drawings", Galerie ONE.

1987: Exhibition "Le NU Chez Jean Khalifé", presented by the "Les Cimaises" gallery.

December 1992: Retrospective Exhibition in Homage to Jean Khalifé, organized at the Sursock Museum by Sylvia Ajamian (153 Canvas). With edition of a catalog including the artist's work and life.[46] [47]

2005: Tribute Exhibition along with a related conference at the Lebanese American University LAU, presented by the Lebanese Heritage Center.

2009: Participation in the exhibition "The Road of Peace" at Beirut Art Center, organized by Saleh Barakat.

2017: participation in the Beirut Art Fair with 5 Masterpieces.

2019: Participation in the Opening of the NABU Museum with 6 Masterpieces and Several Sketches, Batroun-Hereh-North Lebanon.

May 2023: Exhibition at the Lebanese American University LAU to commemorate Jean Khalifé's 100 Years Birthday with 11 Symbolic Masterpieces, Curated by Dr. Tony Karam.[48] [49]

Oct. 2023: Solo Exhibition "Hidden Treasures" at L'Atelier Maher Attar - Gemmayzeh - Beirut (3D Link) to commemorate Jean Khalifé's 100 Years Birthday with more than 60 Unrevealed Masterpieces, Curated by Dr. Tony Karam.[50]

February 2024: participation at "Art Gem" in the Ritz-Carlton DIFC in Dubai International Finance Center.

Permanently: Works by Khalifé are permanently exhibited at; the Artist Studio, Sursock Museum, KA Exhibition - Abraham Karabajakian and Roger Akoury collection, the Saradar Collection, the Dalloul Art Foundation (DAF)[51]

References

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  48. ^ Abi Fadel, Rosette (10 May 2023). "جدليّة اللون والخطوط في رسومات...جان خليفة "المتمرّد (translation: The Dialectic of Color and Lines in the...Rebellious Works of Jean Khalifé)". An Nahar (in Arabic).
  49. ^ Al Nakhel, Rima (28 July 2023). "أما آن لهذه «الخبيصة» التشكيلية أن تنتهي؟ (translation: Isn't it time for this artistic "mess" to come to an end?)". Al Akhbar (in Arabic). "The exhibition of Jean Khalifé...stood out as a bright spot amid this darkness"
  50. ^ {{ | title= Jean Khalifé Retrospective | series= "Sharraftouna" | series-link= https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMf1AEIRr4c | network= Alfa TV Network | airdate= October 2023 | language= ar}} Curator Dr. Tony Karam & Architect Jim Khalifé introducing Jean Khalifé's upcoming Solo exhibition titled "Hidden Treasures"
  51. ^ Elsie Labban, Dalloul Art Foundation, https://dafbeirut.org/en/JEAN-KHALIFE

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