My Metal Mask, The Shell
Contemporary
2018
15.0 x 27.0 cm
ILHAM Gallery
b. 1969, Bangladesh; based in DhakaAs a child born into a large family in northern Bangladesh, the artist frequently witnessed home births, where the only tool available for the procedure was a disinfected razor blade. Later in her life, the razor blade resurfaced as a key object in the artist
Tayeba Begum Lipi (1969 –)
Explore the evocative multimedia art of Tayeba Begum Lipi from Bangladesh. Known for poignant installations & paintings, she’s a Venice Biennale artist.
ILHAM Gallery (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
The gallery’s layout provides an open and inviting atmosphere, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the art on display. Natural light floods the exhibition halls.
About this artwork
- Title: My Metal Mask, The Shell
- Artist: Tayeba Begum Lipi
- Year: 2018
- Original dimensions: 15.0 x 27.0 cm
- Format: Landscape
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: ILHAM Gallery
- Corpus context: personal narrative woven in , cultural heritage reflection
- Main color: Putty
- Keywords: beadwork artwork , geometric beadwork , dark gray wall art