Nostalgia by Nabil Anani – Limited Edition Print

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Nostalgia (2016) by Nabil Anani
43.5 x 38
Aqueous print on archival cotton paper, 310 gsm
Limited to 25 editions (+AP), hand-signed by the artist

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Nostalgia by Nabil Anani

This artwork by Nabil Anani evokes a sense of nostalgia, a longing for a past that may not be entirely accurate but holds deep significance. This nostalgia is not a passive yearning, but a powerful reaction to the ongoing conflict and the feeling of a stolen past.

Anani’s work reflects a broader trend among Palestinian artists, a strategic essentialism as described by Spivak. By emphasizing traditional elements and a connection to the land, they assert a distinct Palestinian identity in the face of occupation. This act of remembering serves a dual purpose: it honors a shared past and history, while also expressing a collective desire for a brighter future.

The artwork can be seen as a response to the rapid changes of globalization. In a world where boundaries are blurring, the need for a strong identity becomes even more important. By reclaiming their history and cultural memory, Anani and other Palestinian artists strive to create a sense of belonging and community.

T Nostalgia by Nabil Anani was born in Nablus in 1974. He received a BA degree in fine art from Al Najah University in 1998. Although he is a multidisciplinary artist- producing sound and light installations, video and performances- Asad describes himself as a painter first and foremost. Starting as an abstract painter, his work has evolved to focus on Palestinian landscape. He has participated in group exhibitions in Palestine, Europe, Japan, the US and the Arab world. Asadโ€™s works have been shown in three solo exhibitions at a variety of venues including Nablus (1999), Ramallah (2006) and London (2006). Untitled 5 by Rafat Asad Asad was born in Nablus in 1974. Winter by Nabil Anani He received a BA degree in fine art from Al Najah University in 1998. Although he is a multidisciplinary artist- producing sound and light installations, video and performances- Asad describes himself as a painter first and foremost. Starting as an abstract painter, his work has evolved to focus on Palestinian landscape. He has participated in group exhibitions in Palestine, Europe, Japan, the US and the Arab world. Asadโ€™s works have been shown in three solo exhibitions at a variety of venues including Nablus (1999), Ramallah (2006) and London (2006).Asad was born in Nablus in 1974. He received a BA degree in fine art from Al Najah University in 1998. Although he is a multidisciplinary artist- producing sound and light installations, video and performances- Asad describes himself as a painter first and foremost. Starting as an abstract painter, his work has evolved to focus on Palestinian landscape. He has participated in group exhibitions in Palestine, Europe, Japan, the US and the Arab world. Asadโ€™s works have been shown in three solo exhibitions at a variety of venues including Nablus (1999), Ramallah (2006) and London (2006). Eternal Nostalgia by Nabil Anani.

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Dimensions 35 × 38 cm