First Light by Rashid Al Khalifa opens at Heydar Aliyev Centre Azerbaijan
TDT | Manama
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The Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre in Baku, Azerbaijan, is drawing art lovers from around the globe to ‘First Light’ an exhibition featuring a selection of works by renowned Bahraini artist Rashid Al Khalifa.
The exhibition, which showcases a selection of works by Rashid Al Khalifa began on March 14 and continues until September 10. Anar Alakbarov, the Director of the Heydar Aliyev Centre and Assistant First Vice President of Azerbaijan opened the exhibition.
"First Light" is an amalgamation of a myriad of inspirations. The sculptures showcased the intersection of tradition and the future, heritage and contemporary design, and the environment and industry.
Shaikh Rashid Al Khalifa said he is glad to exhibit his works within an architectural marvel, which the late architect Zaha Hadid designed – the Heydar Aliyev Cultural Centre.
"The beauty of the building lies in the seamless overlapping of its structural components. It appears to connect art, architecture and design effortlessly. On his works, Rashid Al Khalif said: “I often draws on aspects of my heritage, culture and surroundings to create contemporary sculptures and I am so pleased to share these new works in a museum that is renowned for its innovative and cutting-edge design and in a country with such a rich culture and heritage.”
During the exhibition, Shaikh Rashid Al Khalifa expressed his aspirations for Bahrain to host art exhibitions by Azerbaijani artists in the future. He emphasized the importance of art in connecting people and building bridges.
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