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Google Doodle Celebrates Etel Adnan's Artistic and Literary Legacy

The Doodle marks the anniversary of her first solo exhibition, highlighting her contributions to art and literature.

  • Etel Adnan, a Lebanese American poet and artist, is honored with a Google Doodle on the anniversary of her first solo exhibition in 1955.
  • Adnan's work explored themes of identity, memory, feminism, and the human experience, earning her numerous accolades.
  • Her art and writings reflect her diverse cultural background, with influences from Lebanon, California, and Paris.
  • Adnan received prestigious awards such as the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres and the Griffin Poetry Prize Lifetime Recognition Award.
  • The Google Doodle features Adnan in her studio, surrounded by her vibrant, abstract paintings and books.
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