Maktaba Moment: Sawsan Alsaraf
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We couldn’t have been prouder to host the vernissage for Sawsan Al-Saraf’s “The Book of the Soul” in July.
“And they ask you about the soul. Say: The soul is one of the commands of my Lord, and you are not given aught of knowledge but a little.” (17:85)
We couldn’t have been prouder to host the vernissage for Sawsan Al-Saraf’s “The Book of the Soul” in July. Hand-bound on canvas and hand-made paper, each page presents a painting from the Sufi Path series and embroidered with calligraphy of holy verses.
In the artist’s own words: “Through the delicate interplay of imagery and divine wisdom, I hope to illuminate the profound realms of solace, wisdom, and strength through a meditation on the mysteries of the soul.”
Visitors were encouraged to explore the book page-by-page, a meeting of community, care, and respect that warmed our hearts.
You can pick up some of the prints featured in the book in store.
Sawsan on IG @sawsanalsaraf
This Maktaba Moment is made possible with the support of Inspirit Foundation.
