A Visionary of Moroccan Modernism Mohamed Melehi (1936-2020) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of Moroccan art, recognized globally for his pioneering role in establishing modernism within the nation’s artistic landscape. Born in the coastal town of Asilah, Morocco, he embarked on an intellectual journey fueled by diverse influences—spanning European avant-garde movements to Berber traditions—resulting in a distinctive visual language characterized by bold colors and geometric abstraction. His life was a continuous dialogue between the local rhythms of his homeland and the sophistica…