Book forthcoming — Publication in early November 2026
WIND/REWIND is an extended conversation between artist Ismaïl Bahri and curator and writer François Piron, conducted between June and September 2025 and introduced by a preface by Morad Montazami. It takes place mid-research, between the artist’s studios in Tunis and Paris.
Starting from wind, sand, breath and paper, the dialogue follows the videos, objects and drawings that grow out of these elements. It touches on gesture, repetition, lack, and the difficulty of cutting and fixing a form.
Editorial direction: Ann Stouvenel, with proofreading by Ann Stouvenel and Maëlle Liblin
English translation: Sadie Fletcher
Graphic design: Odilon Coutarel
Co-published by CNEAI, Villa Medici and Université Paris 8 (Laboratoire Teamed).
Published with the participation of Selebe Yoon Gallery (Dakar) and Grey Noise (Dubai).
ISBN: 978-2-9597545-3-1
Price: €25
Edition of 300 copies: 150 in French and 150 in English.
