Tag: Fine Art
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01 Work, The Art of War, Leonardo da Vinci’s The Battel is Over, with footnotes
The battle is over, and the enemy has fled, leaving the city in ruins. Alma’s heart pounded as she spotted her companion sitting amidst the destruction. She hurried over to him. Kneeling by his side, she gently wrapped her arm around his shoulder. “Thank the stars you’re alive,” she whispered, her voice filled with both exhaustion…
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01 Work, The Art of War, Leonardo da Vinci’s Hunger, with footnotes
Hunger is more complicated than empty bellies: interconnected issues of poverty, inequality, conflict, climate change, gender discrimination, and weak government and health systems all play a role in driving hunger. More on hunger Alma’s expression reflects both weariness and strength as she gazes off into the distance. Her piercing eyes convey a mixture of exhaustion and determination, revealing…
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03 Works, The Art of War, Leonardo da Vinci’s Mercy Amidst Chaos, with footnotes
“Mercy Amidst Chaos” is an oil painting that captures a poignant moment in the midst of a fierce battle. Inspired by Leonardo da Vinci’s mastery of composition and emotional depth, this artwork juxtaposes the tenderness of the Virgin Mary and Mary Magdalene with the tragedy of war… Please follow link for full post
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, The Pre-Raphaelite’s Bravery on the Battlefield, with Footnotes #86
As Alma lay there, her thoughts drifted back to the events that had unfolded. She had been leading her tribe, defending their land from invaders who sought to claim their resources. The battle had raged on for days, leaving casualties scattered across the sandy terrain. With every swing of her scimitar, she had fought valiantly…
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Leonardo da Vinci’s Battle maidens of the Sands, with Footnotes #85
Leonardo da Vinci captures a scene of intense battle and fierce determination. Set in an arid battlefield, Bedouin warrior women stand at the forefront. Their bodies adorned in intricately oriental armor, they exude both strength and elegance. As the women take aim, their gazes focused and unwavering, they release their spears towards the enemy. The…
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Henry Zaidan’s Mother and Child, with Footnotes #83
Mother and child riding a donkey, their eyes fixed on the path ahead. They are following the footsteps of the father, who tirelessly led the way through the desolate surroundings, searching for a safe place to pitch their tent amidst the horrors of war that surrounded them. The once lively village they called home had…
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Anselm Feuerbach’s Sisters, with Footnotes #84
Executed in the style of Anselm Feuerbach, the viewer is transported to a battlefield engulfed in chaos, dust, and destruction. The focal point of the painting are two remarkable Bedouin sisters as they stand defiantly in a vast open field. The composition is dynamically balanced, with the sisters positioned at the forefront, their bodies twisted…
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, 17th-century Italian Old Master’s Captive, with Footnotes #83
Alma, adorned in a torn and ragged wrap around her waist. She is shown chained to a weathered column in a dimly lit dungeon, creating a sense of vulnerability and captivity. The ground is scattered with rubble, symbolizing the destruction and decay surrounding Alma in her dire situation. In the background, a shard of a…
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Ismail Shammout’s Memories and a Firebrand, with Footnotes #82
Shammout always made it a point to never cease depicting the Palestinian exodus in his work. Living under harsh conditions and haunting experiences, as a child he was forced to flee from his home during the Nakba of 1948 and traveled on foot to settle in a refugee camp. He documented that march of death,…
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01 Work, The Art of War, Nicolas Tournier’s Tears of Gaza, with footnotes
In this oil painting reminiscent of Nicolas Tournier’s style, the canvas depicts the harrowing scene of a Gazan mother’s despair amidst the chaos and destruction of her city. The composition is filled with a sense of hopelessness and anguish. Buildings reduced to ruins stand as silent witnesses to the devastating effects of conflict. The air…
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01 Work, The Art of War, Henry Zaidan’s Alma, The Warrior at peace, with footnotes
The sun hangs low in the sky, casting a warm golden glow across the sandy shores. Waves gently lap against the land, creating a soothing sound that mingles with the distant calls of seagulls. Sitting gracefully on the shoreline, a breathtaking Bedouin warrior woman captures the attention of all who gaze upon her. Her flowing…
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08 Works, The Art of War, Leonardo da Vinci and Anselm Feuerbach imbedded with Alma and her Warrior, with footnotes
In the midst of a rugged field, where grains of sand mingle with tufts of grass, Alma and her troop of Bedouin women stand tall. Clad in ornate, oriental armor, each woman exudes a sense of power and resilience… Please follow link for full post
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06 Works, The Art of War, 17th-century Italian Old Masters’ The Flagellation of Alma, with footnotes
In the dimly lit jail cell, the once proud Arab warrior woman now finds herself captured and confined. Her fair complexion and slim figure are a striking contrast against the harsh surroundings… Please follow link for full post
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06 Works, The Art of War, Sir William Russell Flint’s After The Ambush, with footnotes
Intertwining elements of Sir William Russell Flint’s style with a touch of Middle Eastern flair. Ilustrations that captures the pivotal moment from “Le Morte d’Arthur” with Alma, the Bedouin warrior woman at the forefront… Please follow link for full post
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Franz von Stuck’s Arab queen Mawia, with Footnotes #81
Mawia was an Arab queen, who ruled over the Tanukhids, a confederation of semi-nomadic Arabs, in southern Syria, in the latter half of the fourth century. She led her troops in a rebellion against Roman emperor Valens, riding at the head of her army into Phoenicia and Palestine. After she reached the frontiers of Egypt and…
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01 Work, Middle East Artists, THE ART OF WAR, Tiziano Vecelli’s Running for cover, where there is non!, with Footnotes #83
In the midst of the chaotic and war-ravaged city of Gaza, where destruction and despair loomed over every street corner, a group of people found themselves running for cover. The once vibrant city now lay in ruins, its buildings reduced to rubble, and its inhabitants living in constant fear. As sirens wailed in the distance…
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01 Work, The Art of War, Stuart Reid’s Deraa: The Arab Welcome to the First Handley Page Machine to Arrive in Palestine, with footnotes
A Handley Page bomber aircraft has landed in a desert. It is surrounded by a group of Sherifan mounted troops; those in the foreground gallop past to celebrate its arrival. The Handley Page bombing biplane, which had flown out from England, was ordered to proceed to the Sherifan HQ with supplies of petrol for two…
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04 Works, The Art of War, Rembrandt’s The destruction of Gaza, with footnotes
Alma Lamenting the Destruction of Gaza is a painting In the style of Rembrandt, the renowned Dutch artist who in 1630 painted the destruction of Jerusalem… Please follow link for full post
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04 Works, The Art of War, TIZIANO Vecellio’s Resilience Amidst Adversity, with footnotes
On a somber afternoon, a young Gazan, Salma, embarked on a journey to gather scarce provisions for her family, hoping to find a glimmer of hope amid the desolation… Please follow link for full post
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04 Works, CONTEMPORARY Interpretation of the Bible! After Michelangelo, When Jesus arrived in Gaza, with footnotes #64
When Jesus arrived in Gaza he saw a sight that moved him deeply, for he saw the desperation and hopelessness in the people’s eyes. Without hesitation, he stepped forward, brimming with love and purpose… Please follow link for full post
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