





For Shâhmârân (against oblivion) is a work that features a purple fabric as a backdrop, resembling a stage curtain. On this fabric, woodcuts depict the outline of Shâhmârân, the mythical figure from Kurdish folklore, and are connected by beads and steel chains. The woodcuts are arranged in two rows: three at the top and two at the bottom, with the central top piece inverted. The entire composition hangs suspended, resembling a mobile, held together by gravity. The beads, while decorative, add an ornamental complexity to the piece. The arrangement resembles a shrine or a spiritual object dedicated to Shâhmârân, evoking a sense of reverence and ritual. Combining traditional techniques with modern elements, the work explores themes of mythology, identity and the persistence of cultural memory. The delicate balance between the woodcuts, beads, and chains symbolizes both the fragility and strength of Shâhmârân, inviting reflection on the power of myth and resistance against oblivion.




Fabric, woodcuts, beads, steal chains 150 x 220 cm (2024)