---
From the Vault
Stories of Re-use
‘Abstract, Figurative, Abstract and Figurative,’ by Hanaa Malallah. 2010. Layers of burnt canvas and string on canvas, 200 x 400 cm. Art courtesy of Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah.
Almost anything and everything can be turned into a piece of art.
Reusing elements instead of simply discarding them is a creative act that both inspires and helps the world around us. Here we reflect over three unique artworks from Barjeel Art Foundation in Sharjah, each with it’s own unique story.
‘Composition,’ by Saleh Al Jumaie. 1980. Oil and pressed zinc, multi plates, 99 x 99 cm. Art courtesy of Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah.
‘Ras Al Jamal (Head of a Camel),’ by Khazaal Awad Qaffas. 1999. Bronze, 25 x 68 x 28 cm. Art courtesy of Barjeel Art Foundation, Sharjah.
