“Resin”
created by
Hannan Abu Hussein
is a tribute to the Egyptian writer
Nawal El Saadawi.
Hannan Abu Hussein is an artist who’s work centre’s around the theme of abuse of women.
She particularly focuses on the horrors of female circumcision & honour killings.
She lives & works in Jerusalem.
Nawal El Saadawi is a writer, doctor, psychiatrist & political activist.
She campaigns for women’s rights, & was imprisoned in the 80’s for her activities.
Her life was also threatened after her release, forcing her to leave Egypt for a time.
She has published over 40 books, & now lives & works in Cairo.
“Resin” consists of 288 concrete-cast knives, hanging from the ceiling of a room in the Haifa Museum of Art.
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Wow, that is a powerful message.
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Yes it is, isn’t it. Thanks for looking 🙂
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Wow…impressive photos!
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Thank you Jaap 🙂
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Wow, the installation is very powerful in making its point !
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It is indeed & quite intimidating to stand under. Thanks for looking 🙂
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Wow that made me think. I am not sure if i would go in that room. Great Photos!
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I’m very glad you stopped to look. Thank you Why?Matters! 🙂
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