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OBSERVATORY META OIKO

ArtDegypte-AD — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:04:28 +0000

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Observatory Meta Oiko is conceived as a participatory piece made as an observation instrument for the visitor. The key idea here is to invert the scales to look at the magnificent panorama of the pyramids from a different point of view and also to consider the human scale from a new framework, using the interior of the pyramids as a reference. The work is an installation sculpture made of metal that demonstrates the great expertise of the artist.

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TREASURES

ArtDegypte-AD — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 11:54:27 +0000

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‘Treasures to me is a piece that represents a journey that effortlessly captures the mysteries, shapes, patterns, and textures of the desert landscape together with the cultural memories, stories, and motifs from the past. The work uses materials that reflect the surrounding nature through earthy colours inspired by the deep roots of our heritage.

It allows viewers to become immersed in the experience of walking between the artwork and the lines of the sand dunes to reach the pyramid while seeing their reflection like an inner journey into their own life. The treasure hidden in the earth represents the personal goals hidden deep inside us.’

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LUPINE AURORA

ArtDegypte-AD — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 11:23:14 +0000

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Arne Quinze provides an alternative view of the Pyramids of Giza by exhibiting a circular lupine sculpture, an art piece in line with his oeuvre in which the dynamics between the strength and fragility of nature are explored. This work of art refers to the ancient and rich Egyptian culture in which the sun always played a significant role.

The sun, seen as the basic element for all life, is addressed in this work through a circular sculpted outline. A circle with the analogy to the recurring cycle of day to night, as well as the relationship between the planets and the sun within our solar system. In addition, the geographical placement of the artwork provides a view into an isolated vista of one of the pyramids. This in itself is a reference to the often-invisible axis lines with a cosmic amplitude that we frequently rediscover at large-scale archaeological sites. When the viewer occupies an exact position looking toward the pyramid with the Lupine artwork in between, an incised image will emerge that evokes an examination of these unique architectural masterpieces that are the Pyramids of Giza.

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AS ABOVE, SO BELOW (DOME OF STARRY SKY)

ArtDegypte-AD — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 09:00:39 +0000

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The ancient Egyptian contemplated the cosmic laws and used them as the model for life on Earth, so that life would become ‘as above, as below’. It is the phrase that appeared in the emerald tablets written by the god Thoth.

These are keys that speak to us on the spiritual level, not from the level of the mind. The material world is an image of another world that exists in another dimension. Lesser Egypt is the Egypt that exists on earth, in which we live our experience in the material world; Higher Egypt is another version of Egypt that exists in another ethereal/astral/mystical world. The Memphite confessions of Maat are the laws of balance and harmony, the laws that rescued the universe from chaos and darkness; and they still protect it from falling again into turmoil.

Just as King Djoser looked up to the stars of the sky, which do not disappear, as they represent his ancestors that he seeks to join, so too must we follow our stars in a way that allows the laws of Maat to come to life within our souls, revealing the essence of virtue that God deposited within man. ‘I have not made anyone cry – I have not defiled my body – I have not stolen – I have not killed – I have not threatened the peace.’

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EGYPTIAN WOMAN IN THE FORM OF THE GODDESS HATHOR

ArtDegypte-AD — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:33:07 +0000

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Deep passion for the profound concept she embodies. This artwork represents my personal interpretation of Hathor, portrayed as a contemporary woman who encapsulates the essence of the goddess.

While the similarities between my sculpture and the goddess may not be immediately apparent, the resonance I feel with Hathor is strong. My artistic reputation lies in exhibiting realistic sculptures of women that celebrate their innate beauty and well-being. In these sculptures, I strive to capture the graceful fluidity reminiscent of water, just as Hathor is also associated with water and fertility. The inclusion of caps in my sculptures and the headpiece worn by Hathor further strengthen the visual connection between the two.

Hathor held immense significance in Egyptian mythology, revered as the deity embodying the sky, women, fertility, love, beauty, music, joy, and motherhood. As the acclaimed ‘Doyenne of Hyperrealism’, or the mother of Hyperrealism, I sought to pay homage to Hathor through this sculpture.

I specifically created In The Form of The Goddess Hathor for Forever Is Now.03. Hathor’s passionate adoration and worship date back to the 3rd millennium BC in Egypt, establishing her as one of the oldest and most revered goddesses in ancient Egyptian religion. It is my sincere hope that my sculpture will be cherished and seen as a symbol of womanhood and an embodiment of its positive qualities.’

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THE GHOST TEMPLE

ArtDegypte-AD — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:27:35 +0000

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‘Ancient Egyptian civilization has left an imprint on the land that shows imagination can take you beyond time. The physical remains may not be in their full glory, but we can see the strength and the power from the statements they make. We can imagine structures that are no longer there, and we can feel the energy and the spirit that radiate into the atmosphere.’

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REALITY IS TIMELESS

ArtDegypte-AD — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:21:07 +0000

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In this work, Rashid Al Khalifa creates fragments of a labyrinth, relics that emerge from the ground, tilted at varying angles. Is this the discovery of a lost labyrinth or the materialization of hauntingly futuristic artifacts?

Rashid plays on this concept of time and discovery, of the modern and ancient, through these fragments, whereby each piece is reminiscent of ancient mythology and yet, they are strikingly contemporary. Furthermore, each fragment exhibits different motifs adopted from the diagram of the Egyptian labyrinth presented by the 17th-century Jesuit scholar Anthanasius Kircher in his book Turris Babel (1679).

Kircher’s labyrinth is largely derived from the description of Herodotos, who described a similar structure in Fayoum. The perforated motifs on the copper and brass exterior, beautifully oxidise and cast shadows of light on the ground as visitors traverse the installation.

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HORIZON

ArtDegypte-AD — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:40:28 +0000

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Horizon emphasises the relationship between the Nile River and the Giza Pyramids Plateau, underlining the projection that the Pyramids of Giza give to the world. This new horizon is defined by eight circles in which the world revolves. The celestial dome and the cycle of life, expressed through the geometry of the circle, are concepts identified with the geometry and history of the pyramids.

The materiality of the artwork is a connection of all the natural elements of the surrounding area. For the artist, the horizon has always been a projection towards the future, towards something to come. The concept of the horizon defines space but at the same time defines an attitude towards life.

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RA

ArtDegypte-AD — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:34:21 +0000

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RA stands as a testament to harmonizing materiality, artistry, and sustainable innovation. Fashioned from laminated solar glass, the functional sculpture embodies a symphony of the elements. With an off-grid independence, it harnesses the sun’s energy to illuminate the gnomon after dusk. Returning to the birthplace of the sundial, the artwork casts a dual enchantment. Indicating time through casting elongated shadows on the ancient sands, an homage to its history.

And simultaneously orchestrating a vibrant choreography of light reflections off its surface. The artwork produces an everchanging footprint of light as the day progresses. Revolutionary material integration lies at its core; solar cells seamlessly embedded within the reflective surface mark a new artistic trajectory for Marcelis. A pioneering endeavor, this melding of aesthetics and utility foretells a future where public art generates electricity, sans the constraints of conventional solar panels.

“Solar Sundial” epitomizes an era where artistic ingenuity, historical homage, and technological advancement converge seamlessly.

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TRANSLUCENT PYRAMID

ArtDegypte-AD — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:24:05 +0000

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This site-specific installation is a dance between the past and the present, blurring the lines between traditional and modern, renewing our perceptions of art, heritage, science, and sustainable practices.

Translucent Pyramid uses wicker weaving, an ancient craft from Egypt, to pay homage to the history of the pyramids while offering a contemporary interpretation of their impact on our region’s development processes. Emphasizing the value of preserving traditional methods while embracing innovation and creativity, the installation aims to advocate sustainable practices that have been used for centuries.

By showcasing the beauty and artistry of traditional materials and techniques, AlShashai encourages viewers to think about the potential of sustainable practices in contemporary art and design. He also reflects on the human aspect of heritage and the dedication it has always borne. The installation as a whole is a deliberate tribute to the lasting legacy of traditional craftsmanship and the significance of sustainable practices.

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