"The Romance of a Single Stroke: An Ode to the Power of Arabic Language and Expression"
This captivating artwork pays tribute to the timeless art of the single-stroke technique, a hallmark of the renowned artist Ali Omar Ermes. Through the power of this minimalist yet expressive method, the piece explores the vast and poetic depths of the Arabic language. From the simplest of strokes to the most intricate, the technique allows for the creation of impressions that are as moving as the emotions they convey.
As a celebration of the enduring beauty and versatility of the Arabic language, this artwork is a true ode to the romance of expression. Measuring approximately 75cm x 100cm and created with inks on paper in 1979, it is a masterpiece that is currently housed in the collection of Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said of Oman.