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The Dawn Break: The Sweet Poison of Life - An Artistic Exploration

"The Dawn Break" by Ali Omar Ermes is a stunning painting bursting with a vibrant mix of colors and effects. These bold strokes capture the essence of new beginnings and a desire for understanding.

But this artwork is more than just a visual feast. It also features poems by Qotam Ebni Khabeeh, also known as Sullotan, who imparts wisdom to his son through storytelling and musically moving sounds. These poems delve into the serious and sometimes frightening aspects of life and responsibility, yet they are presented in a way that is almost hypnotic, like "munching poison in sweet clear honey."

This acrylic on paper artwork, mounted on canvas and measuring approximately 150cm x 100cm, was created in 2003 and is currently part of the artist's collection. It references Abu Tammam's "Al Hamassah," a book of selected poetry.
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Qaffon Aasif: A Tribute to Libyan Resistance Leader Omar Al-Mukhtar

"The Stormy Qaff: A Tribute to Libyan Resistance Leader Omar Al-Mukhtar"

This striking artwork honors the legacy of Omar Al-Mukhtar, a Libyan resistance leader who fought against Italian conquest in the lead up to World War II. Featuring an unusual execution of the letter Qaff, which is reminiscent of the old Kufic script, the piece is framed by stormy golden strokes that give it a dynamic and powerful energy. A similar painting in this style can be found at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC.

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Silah: The Power of Connection, Charity, and Goodwill

In Ali Omar Ermes' artwork, the concept of Silah, or connection, charity, and goodwill, is explored through the inclusion of poetry from some of the greatest classical Arabic poets, including Zuhair ibn Abi Sulma, Urwah ebnul Warrd, Ali ebn Abi Talib, and Ali ebn Al Rumi. These poets wrote about the necessity of giving charity to the right causes and how this serves as one of Islam's fundamental aims in creating a kinder society.

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Crossfire - Leaf Four - Midas' Curse: The Destruction of Nature in the Pursuit of Comfort

Ali Omar Ermes' "Crossfire - Leaf Four" is a stunning and thought-provoking artwork that highlights the destructive impact of humans on the environment. As part of a series of paintings exploring this theme, "Crossfire - Leaf Four" serves as a cautionary tale, reminding us of the Greek myth of King Midas, who wished for everything he touched to turn to gold, only to suffer from hunger and thirst when he could no longer eat or drink.

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