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Contradictions of Joy: The Songbird's Melody - A Poetic Exploration of Joy and Sorrow

"The Songbird's Melody: A Poetic Exploration of Joy and Sorrow" is an abstract artwork by Ali Omar Ermes currently on display at The National Museum of African Art in The Smithsonian Institute in Washington DC.

The piece illustrates the duality of emotions, with the sweet song of a bird representing the joys of life, but also hinting at the underlying sorrow that can be found within. This thought-provoking work invites viewers to consider the complexities of the human experience and the intermingling of joy and pain.

Original production date 1993
Image Size 152 cm x 122 cm
Materials Acrylic on paper, mounted on canvas
Location of Original The National Museum of African Art, The Smithsonian Institute, Washington DC

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