Creative streak

Emirati artist Mattar Bin Lahej shares the inspiration behind his Arabic calligraphy sculptures on display at Abu Dhabi’s Presidential Palace – Qasr Al Watan

The Power of Words sculptures at Qasr Al Watan were conceived by Emirati artist Mattar Bin Lahej Calligraphy has remained one of the most revered art forms in the Islamic world

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Creative expression in the Middle East has always followed a different form of hierarchy compared to the west. A stark contrast to western ideals, where painting and sculpture are hailed as the two most important art forms, calligraphy has remained one...

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