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Golden tales
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Golden tales

Golden tales

‘Untitled,’ by Amer Al Obaidi. 2006. Oil on Canvas, 88 x 88 cm. Image courtesy of Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah.

By Rym Al-Ghazal
April 25th, 2022
There is always something interesting to discover at the Barjeel Art Foundation.

Each art piece catches an important moment in history and in particular Arab art history. 

Here we pause to enjoy the pieces that embody elements of the theme of ‘gold.’ From golden stallions to deep conversations, gifts exchanged in marriage and the legendary Imra’a (lady) piece where a woman is precious and dependable like gold, in the patience, strength and nurturing that she brings into our lives.

‘Marriage,’ by Jumana El Husseini. 1974, Mixed media on canvas, 105 x 130 cm. Image courtesy of Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah.
‘Imra'a (Lady),’ by Widad Orfali. 1964, Oil on canvas, 60 x 50 cm. Image courtesy of Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah.
‘Conversation,’ by Nadira Azzouz. 1986. Mixed media on canvas, 40 x 30 cm. Image courtesy of Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah.
‘Untitled,’ by Nabil Nahas. 1987. Oil and metallic pigment on canvas, with additional canvas attached,157.5 x 305 x 7 cm. Image courtesy of Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah.
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