Saara Nanji
Celestial Embrace
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Product information
1000 AED
Description
In this captivating photograph, titled "Celestial Embrace of Care," the image encapsulates the ethereal moment of a solar eclipse that unfolds over Nairobi, Kenya, on the 21st of June 2020. This astrological event not only showcases the mystery of the heavens but also tells a profound story that intertwines with this festival's theme of care. The image portrays the solar eclipse enveloped in the soft embrace of billowy clouds, bringing together a celestial canvas where nature's elements dance in harmony. The sun, akin to a lover, momentarily retreats behind the moon, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle in the sky. The excerpt from Rumi's story of the Three Princes beautifully captures the essence of eclipse: "The spirit advances as the lover retreats. The shining, fresh-faced moon eclipses with the cloaking sun." It speaks to the interconnected dance of cosmic forces, where the moon, in its radiant newness, cloaks the sun, symbolising a profound cosmic love affair. The theme is intertwined in the essence of this photograph, inviting the viewer to contemplate the delicate balance of the eclipse witnessed in the — the interplay of light and shadow and the veiling and unveiling of the sun. It mirrors the grace required to maintain equilibrium in both nature and human relationships. The chosen medium of photography serves as a powerful storyteller, freezing this fleeting event in the heavens into a single frame. The careful composition and timing of the shot highlights the intentionality and care invested in capturing this moment in the cosmos. The observer of "Celestial Embrace" will witness not just a photograph but a visual poem, an ode to the celestial narrative that unfolded in the skies above Nairobi. This piece beckons viewers to ponder the symbiotic relationship between cosmic forces and humanity, reminding us of the delicate threads of care that bind us to the vast tapestry of the universe.
- Art Type
- • Photography
- Materials
- • Printing on paper
- Rarity
- • Unique (One-of-a-Kind Piece)
- Colors
- • Mixed Colors
- Frame Material
- • Wood
- Insurance
- • Fully Insured
- Height
- • 80 cm
- Width
- • 115 cm
- Thickness
- • 2 cm