Description
Rituals Under Occupation
Sliman Mansour
Sliman Mansour‘s artwork titled Rituals Under Occupation is a poignant and emotionally charged artwork that depicts the impact of occupation on the Palestinians. The work captures a somber scene of a funeral procession, where crowds of Palestinians walk with solemn determination, carrying the coffin of a martyr. The shape of the martyr’s coffin, resembling a cross is a visual metaphor which signifies the individual’s sacrifice and also alludes to the larger narrative of suffering and resilience, echoing the challenges faced by Palestinians living under occupation.
Mansour’s masterful use of colors and composition conveys a sense of collective grief and determination. The mourners’ faces bear expressions of sorrow and strength, a testament to their unwavering commitment to honoring their fallen and continuing their struggle for justice.
Rituals Under Occupation serves as a powerful reminder of the complex realities faced by Palestinians living in the midst of conflict and oppression. It sheds light on the profound impact of loss and violence on a community, while also emphasizing the enduring strength and unity that arise from shared experiences.
Through this evocative artwork, Sliman Mansour offers a glimpse into the resilience and dignity of the Palestinian people in the face of adversity. Rituals Under Occupation becomes a visual narrative that invites viewers to contemplate the human cost of occupation, the power of cultural rituals in times of hardship, and the profound connection between suffering, sacrifice, and the longing for freedom.
T Nostalgia by Nabil Anani was born in Nablus in 1974. He received a BA degree in fine art from Al Najah University in 1998. Although he is a multidisciplinary artist- producing sound and light installations, video and performances- Asad describes himself as a painter first and foremost. Starting as an abstract painter, his work has evolved to focus on Palestinian landscape. He has participated in group exhibitions in Palestine, Europe, Japan, the US and the Arab world. Asad’s works have been shown in three solo exhibitions at a variety of venues including Nablus (1999), Ramallah (2006) and London (2006). Untitled 5 by Rafat Asad Asad was born in Nablus in 1974. Winter by Nabil Anani He received a BA degree in fine art from Al Najah University in 1998. Although he is a multidisciplinary artist- producing sound and light installations, video and performances- Asad describes himself as a painter first and foremost. Starting as an abstract painter, his work has evolved to focus on Palestinian landscape. He has participated in group exhibitions in Palestine, Europe, Japan, the US and the Arab world. Asad’s works have been shown in three solo exhibitions at a variety of venues including Nablus (1999), Ramallah (2006) and London (2006).Asad was born in Nablus in 1974. He received a BA degree in fine art from Al Najah University in 1998. Although he is a multidisciplinary artist- producing sound and light installations, video and performances- Asad describes himself as a painter first and foremost. Starting as an abstract painter, his work has evolved to focus on Palestinian landscape. He has participated in group exhibitions in Palestine, Europe, Japan, the US and the Arab world. Asad’s works have been shown in three solo exhibitions at a variety of venues including Nablus (1999), Ramallah (2006) and London (2006). Eternal Nostalgia by Nabil Anani.
Your cart is currently empty!