Nabil Nahas to Showcase Lebanon’s Artistic Heritage at Biennale Arte 2026

Beirut: During a press conference held at the Lebanese National Library, in the presence of the Minister of Culture, Dr. Ghassan Salamé, the Commissioner and Curator of the Pavilion of Lebanon, Dr. Nada Ghandour, presented "Don't Get Me Wrong", an immersive installation by Nabil Nahas, who represents Lebanon at the 61st International Art Exhibition - La Biennale di Venezia. According to National News Agency - Lebanon, the Pavilion of Lebanon at Biennale Arte 2026, held under the auspices of the Ministry of Culture and organized by the Lebanese Visual Art Association (LVAA), will take place from May 9 to November 22, 2026. Minister Dr. Ghassan Salamé expressed his congratulations to Nabil Nahas for his selection, highlighting the role of Lebanese creators in restoring global confidence in Lebanon and enhancing its image abroad. He acknowledged the efforts of the Lebanese Association for Visual Arts in affirming Lebanon's presence on the international stage. Dr. Nada Ghandour emphasized the significance of Le banon's participation in 2026, describing the Pavilion as a celebration of creativity and fraternity. She remarked on the importance of promoting artistic voices during times of global uncertainty and instability, as art has the power to transcend boundaries and create bonds. Artist Nabil Nahas's installation explores the relationship between man, nature, and the cosmos. His work offers a visual and spiritual experience, inviting introspection and celebrating Lebanon's fluid and multicultural identity. The installation features twenty-six acrylic-on-canvas panels, forming a monumental frieze inspired by Persian miniatures, and offers an immersive experience rather than a linear narrative. The compositions incorporate geometric abstractions, figuration, and fractal patterns, reflecting the cosmic order and the interconnectedness of humanity and nature. The tree motif, central to Nahas's work, symbolizes rootedness and transcendence, embodying the tension between tradition and growth. Nahas's installation ce lebrates Lebanon as a land of confluences, shaped by centuries of diverse influences. His work reflects the country's layered heritage, drawing from Greco-Roman, Judeo-Christian, Byzantine, and Islamic traditions. "Don't Get Me Wrong" is a sensitive topography of Lebanon, reflecting the artist's personal and cultural journey. Nabil Nahas, born in Beirut in 1949, is a prominent figure in contemporary art. He studied in the United States and has exhibited his work in major institutions worldwide. Nahas is represented by galleries in Beirut, Dubai, Munich, London, and Hong Kong.