Re-deciphered Scripts
2023
Performative Installation
(22 hand-built terracotta ceramic sound sculptures)
In this installation I focused on the origins and evolution of ancient languages. The languages of the rich civilizations of the Middle East are scrutinized. These works trace the roots of languages derived from the Phoenician alphabet while being based on Hebrew, Aramaic, Arabic, and Latin alphabets. However, these installations not only explore the history of language but also question how language has evolved through the ages and led to conflicts among different cultures.
The bottles represent letters, syllables, or cultural symbols, and they add an extra dimension to the audience through sound art and performances created from the units of the artwork. These works not only provide a visual experience but also engage the audience in an auditory and tactile experience. Audiences can physically interact with these works, which means that the artworks not only captivate the viewer but also stimulate their thoughts and emotions.