Mo Abbaro was a renowned ceramicist and potter. He was born in 1933 in Abu Jibayha, Sudan. He graduated from Khartoum Technical Institute in 1958 with a degree in Fine and Applied Arts. He then won a scholarship to study ceramics at the Central School of Arts and Crafts in London. After graduating from the Central School of Arts and Crafts, Abbaro returned to Sudan to teach ceramics at the Khartoum Technical Institute. He then moved back to London in 1966 to pursue his career in ceramics.
Mo Abbaro ceramicist
Abbaro's work was inspired by his Sudanese heritage and by the natural world. He created a wide range of ceramic objects, including vessels, sculptures, and tiles. His work was often characterized by its bold colors and geometric patterns.
Abbaro's work was exhibited in solo and group exhibitions around the world. He was also a recipient of numerous awards, including the British Ceramic Biennial Award in 1976.
Abbaro died in London in 2016 at the age of 82. His work is still held in collections around the world, and he is considered to be one of the most important ceramicists of his generation.

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Mo Abbaro's work is characterized by its bold colors, geometric patterns, and inspiration from his Sudanese heritage. His work is held in collections around the world, and he is considered to be one of the most important ceramicists of his generation.