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Dana Awartani, Jupiter from the Heavenly Bodies series, 2015
Dana Awartani, Jupiter from the Heavenly Bodies series, 2015
Dana Awartani, Jupiter from the Heavenly Bodies series, 2015

Dana Awartani Saudi-Palestinian, b. 1987

Jupiter from the Heavenly Bodies series, 2015
Shell gold, natural pigment and ink on paper
59.0 x 59.0 cm
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The Heavenly Bodies series combine Awartani’s research into both talismans and enchanted squares, in particular an investigation into how they were created, used and their spiritual significance. Each of the...
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The Heavenly Bodies series combine Awartani’s research into both talismans and enchanted squares, in particular an investigation into how they were created, used and their spiritual significance. Each of the central squares (from 3 to 9 squared) are affiliated with one of the seven classical planets, a day in the week and an angel – they were also once regarded as a form of protection as well as a source of higher spiritual knowledge through numerology. These works, created using traditional methods and pigments, are structured based on the first square, which sits at the top right of the work and holds the code to deciphering which planet has been illustrated. Where once these coded paintings might have been used as designs for weavings on clothes, here they work as illuminations, with each of the seven works exploring form, pattern, numerology and mysticism, functioning almost as a manifestation of the artist’s explorations into the threads of divination in ancient Islam. By bringing these early practices into a contemporary and increasingly globalized context triggers the question surrounding the possible reversion to more instinctive rituals.


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EX-0073 - Athr Gallery, Jeddah. "Dana Awartani Solo Show, Space 01," 30th June 2015. - Gallery -

EX-0093 - Abu Dhabi Art, . "Abu Dhabi Art 2015," 18-21 November, 2015, ATHR to exhibit the works of 11 represented artists in Abdu Dhabi Art 2015 The Abu Dhabi Art will feature the works of the artists: Ahmed Mater, Aya Haidar, Ayman Yossri Daydban, Dana Awartani, Daniah AlSaleh, Mohammed Abdulrasool, Nasser AlSalem and Poonam Jain in a Modern Contemporary Gallery. The Abu Dhabi Art programme is a corner-stone of the wider Abu Dhabi Art platform featuring a dynamic interdisciplinary set of art, talk and sensational experiences for all audiences to enjoy. The programme includes performances, panel discussions, workshops, exhibitions, design presentations and art installations.. - Other -

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