Life
Life
By Rola Dlaykan
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Item details:
▸ Features: Handmade Unique Piece▸ Materials: Canvas
▸ Art technique: Acrylic Painting Ink
▸ Dimensions (cm): 100.0 x 100.0 x 2.0
▸ Net Weight (kg): 5.0
الحياة
إنّ الحياةَ قصيدةٌ أعمارُنا · أبياتُها، والموتُ فيها القافيَهْ · متِّع لِحاظَك في النجومِ وحُسنِها· فلسوف تمضي
والكواكبُ باقيَهْ
لَيسَت حَياتَكَ غَيرَ ما صَوَّرتَها. أَنتَ الحَياةُ بِصَمتِها وَمَقالِها
الشاعر إيليا أبو ماضي
حروفيات و خط كوفي
According to the exhibition's curator Dr. Pamela Chrabieh:
"This captivating artwork, entitled "Life," intertwines the timeless beauty of Kufic calligraphy with a profound Arabic poem by the renowned poet Elia Abu Madi. The poem reflects on the essence of life, describing it as a poem where our lives are the verses and death the inevitable rhyme. It invites the viewer to find joy in the stars and the beauty of the universe, acknowledging that while life is fleeting, the cosmos remains eternal.
The intricate circular patterns and the structured Kufic script symbolize the cyclical nature of life, echoing the poem’s theme that life is what we make of it—crafted by our actions, thoughts, and silence. The artwork uses bold, cosmic colors of deep blues, reds, and blacks, creating a dynamic contrast that represents the duality of life and death, silence, and expression.
In connection with the Urban Canvas exhibition theme, this piece speaks to the resilience and spirit of urban life. Just as the city is a canvas where each individual leaves their mark, so too is life a canvas where we paint our existence with every action and thought. The calligraphy serves as a visual metaphor for how our lives, though transient, contribute to the larger, enduring narrative of the world around us. This artwork invites viewers to reflect on their own lives and the legacies they leave behind in the ever-evolving tapestry of the urban environment".
About Rola Dlaykan
Rola Dlaykan is a Lebanese graphic designer and contemporary artist known for her diverse expertise in design and manufacturing. Her work spans various fields, including drawing, engraving, and coloring on glass. Rola's artistic journey led her to the study of Arabic calligraphy, drawn by its depth, originality, and rich history. The flexibility and fluidity of Arabic calligraphy allow her to create expressive art that resonates visually and aurally.
Rola is passionate about uniting text with the aesthetic elements of calligraphy, exploring its comprehensiveness and interconnectedness. Her dedication to Arabic calligraphy has led her to participate in numerous exhibitions and cultural activities in Lebanon and internationally. She has received special recognition from UNESCO for supporting Arab culture, particularly in the realm of Arabic calligraphy.
Her achievements include winning the Rotana competition for the best photograph in 2012 and the national competition for the best logo, approved by the Arab countries, for World Environment Day in 2019. This latter competition was sponsored by the Lebanese Republic and the Ministry of Environment.