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“Echoes of Time” Exhibition Celebrates DAI Excavations in Saudi Arabia

The Goethe-Institut in Riyadh has recently launched “Echoes of Time,” a significant exhibition celebrating the 20th anniversary of DAI excavations in Saudi Arabia.

According to Arab News, the exhibition is basically inspired by the early magnificent archaeological exploration in Saudi Arabia.

In partnership with the German Embassy and the German Archaeological Institute, or DAI, in Berlin, the opening reception took place on Sept. 24 at 6:00 p.m. and highlighted the attendance of Michael Kindsgrab, the German ambassador to Saudi Arabia, along with several members from the German Embassy and DAI.

“Echoes of Time” Exhibition in Riyadh Celebrates DAI Excavations in Saudi Arabia
“Echoes of Time” Exhibition in Riyadh

Curated by Salma Al-Khalidi, the exhibition showcases various artworks by Saudi artist Daniah Al-Saleh and German artist Susanne Kriemann.

“The Saudi art scene is fantastic. It’s alive and expanding, with numerous opportunities for artists thanks to the support of the Ministry of Culture and the government,” Al-Saleh stated.

The event encourages viewers to imagine the desert as a place where history meets modernity, stressing the significance of environmental stewardship in global discussions about history and ecology.

“It’s an amazing time to be an artist, especially with the backing of the German Archaeological Institute and the German Embassy. This exhibition is a wonderful opportunity to showcase our work and collaborate with fellow artists,” Al-Saleh added.

“A Stone’s Palette”

“Echoes of Time” Exhibition in Riyadh Celebrates DAI Excavations in Saudi Arabia
“Echoes of Time” Exhibition in Riyadh

Designed by Al-Saleh, “A Stone’s Palette,” showcases carnelian beads from ancient sites like Rujum Sa’sa’ and Tell Saq, offering an exceptional blend between ancient materials and contemporary techniques to create mixed-media pieces.

“Initially, my proposal focused on the Nabatean queens, but the German archaeologists were more interested in the Bronze Age. In our discussions, I discovered that carnelian beads were consistently found at various sites. In Tayma, there’s a carnelian bead factory that dates back about 5,000 years, leading me to shift my focus to these beads,” Al-Saleh highlighted.

“Datadust Skin on Sand”

“Echoes of Time” Exhibition in Riyadh Celebrates DAI Excavations in Saudi Arabia
“Echoes of Time” Exhibition in Riyadh

Susanne Kriemann’s work, “Datadust Skin on Sand,” represents a contrast between ancient artifacts and modern waste found in Qurh and Tayma.

Kriemann’s work sheds light on the environmental impact of plastic pollution in desert through various photographic.

“I began early one morning when it was still dark, taking photos of a mountain every 10 minutes, capturing a hidden watchtower. I selected about 12 images depicting the slowly rising sun mirrored in the tower’s colors. I used Datadust textile, which is employed in archaeological sites, to create layers in my work,” she added.

 

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