A sculpture exhibition at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Homs highlights Syria’s history

Homs, (ST) – The first sculpture exhibition that was  organized yesterday by the Ornina Cultural Forum focused on the history of Syria and its cultural landmarks.

 “We Create Life from Rock” was the title of the exhibition.  It was held at the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit in Homs, with the participation of 10 artists from various Syrian governorates.

The exhibition included more than a hundred works of art from various materials, including basalt, pottery, gypsum, and Palmyra stone, in which participants explained the features of Syrian heritage and civilization and embodied ideas that inspire hope and life.

In a statement to a SANA correspondent, the Director of the Ornina Cultural Forum, Raymond Kabron indicated that the goal of the sculpture exhibition is to show Syrian creativity in reviving Syria’s human history, which has been demonstrated today through elaborate artistic works.

The artist Yassin Rostom participated in a large number of artworks, including cuneiform writing on pottery, statues of the kings of Mari, and a statue of Ornina, all of which were taken from Amorite art.

Artist Ahmed Al-Kurdi, the Head of the Heritage Professions Association in Hom, spoke about his participation in painting on glass and faience with the aim of drawing attention to one of the most important heritage professions.

In turn, artist Karim Dardar embodied moonlight in his sculptures, evoking the idea of contemplation and summoning hope to expel sadness and pain, focusing on the character of the woman whom Ishtar considers life.

The artist Muhammad Humaidan from the city of Palmyra was creative in embodying the kings of Palmyra, its ancient leaders, and the men of peace in the form of small-sized statues using soft stone and gypsum.

The three sculptures of the artist Ensaf Salama carried a set of philosophical ideas, including those that glorify women and call for goodness and the advancement of thought.

Among the young people participating in the exhibition was the artist Mohamed Orouk who presented three works, while the young woman, Juhaina Hakimi, participated in a group of plaster works, one of which embodied Venus, the goddess of love and beauty.

Nada Haj Khidr