Art Revival
A Damascene revolution: Syrian artist Sara Shamma revives women lost in time
Sara Shamma is a renowned painter whose practice focuses on the expression of death and humanity. Her latest exhibition at London’s Dulwich Picture Gallery, ‘Bold Spirits’, draws on the works of the Old Masters to revive women lost in time and place.
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The office block dates from 2003, replacing 1960s predecessor, and as it usual with redevelopments of this sort, Westminster Council expects some sort of public art to be provided.
Usually, the art proposal would be something that is designed to complement the building. This time, it seems that might not have been the case, as the planning approval for the office block in 2003 did say that it was “disappointing that there has not been collaboration between architect and artist from an early stage. Nevertheless the proposal is considered acceptable in principle”
Read More: https://www.ianvisits.co.uk/articles/londons-public-art-recalling-revealing-remaining-79242/
