Danae
Description
Executed in: 2010
Medium: acrylic and oil on canvas
Size: 100 x 100 cm
Signed in Arabic and dated "2010" on the front lower left. Signed and titled in Arabic on the reverse. Dated "2010" on the reverse.
Provenance
Private Collection, Lebanon.
This artwork is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity
Location
Lebanon
Description
In Danae (2010), Edward Shahda's fusion of oil and acrylic paints unveils his profound affinity for vibrant colour. Shahda orchestrates a symphony of hues across the canvas, crafting a composition that is nothing short of breathtaking. The work is emblematic of the artist’s signature interplay of translucency and opacity, punctuated by stark contrasts in colour. The title refers to the mythology of Danea, a Greek goddess who captured the attention of Zeus. Her figure emerges from the canvas, each layer of paint adding to the mystique. This lot not only showcases Shahda's technical prowess but his ability to conjure a transcendent space within the bounds of the canvas.
Born in Damascus in 1952, Shahda was raised in rural Hama, a wellspring of inspiration for his work. His genius lies in his unfettered exploration on the canvas – a liberty stemming from his indelible connection to nature. Though he spent much of his childhood painting his surroundings, he was formally trained at the Suhail Ahdab Center in Hama and the Faculty of Fine Arts at Damascus University. He later undertook a residency at the Anatoli Klankov Atelier in Russia.
His work has shown in solo and group exhibitions internationally (Syria, Russia, Lebanon, Egypt, Dubai, Turkey, the US, Canada, France, Switzerland and China). Notable international exhibitions include the Alexandria Biennale, two editions of the Beijing International Art Biennale and the Arab World Institute (Institut du Monde Arabe) in Paris.
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