Algerianism

The term ‘Algerianism’ was initially describing a literary movement constituted in the early twentieth century by a group of French and Algerian intellectuals, who aimed to build a cultural ideology to reunite both settler and native communities. But after the independence, the notion of Algerianism was taken by Algerian thinkers into a more nationalist and patriotic reference. 

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In this group exhibition, part of Nour Festival, the curator wanted to reappropriate the term Algerianism to challenge and deconstruct the idea of historical legacies in shaping national identity, while showcasing works from French Pied-Noir artist Patrick Altès and five of Algeria's emergent art scene; Yasser Ameur, Souad Douibi, Kaci Ould Aissa, Mizo and Hania Zaazoua. 

 

Find out more about the artists here.

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Following this curatorial debut, Toufik has been exploring the concept of Algerianism (what it means to be Algerian today?) through his creative reflections and collaborations within the Maghreb/ Mediterranean and beyond.

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