Collection: Wal-Asr clock series

Dimensions: 32cm

– Acrylics, Oil paint on wood

We have written Adhkars “Praises for Allah (God)” on this clock in Koru shape. Please see the Adhkar in the pictures we have used.

‘Dhikar’ is the remembrance of Allāh (God), and it illuminates the heart. One feels comfort, satisfaction, and contentment in Dhikar. ‘Tasbihaat’ are the specific words Dhikar that Muslims learn at an early age, and use in daily life without even thinking. Tasbihaat is embedded in our speech and thoughts, and a Muslim’s relationship with these words makes them unique and powerful, such that they deserve to be written in gold.

We have used a fresh and bright color palette for the backgrounds, taking inspiration from the cosmos. The gold color illuminates the calligraphy and the clock overall. It not only renders a rich and vibrant calligraphy composition but also resonates with the idea of illumination – a reflective surface that aesthetically soothes the eyes and the heart.

The calligraphy makes use of the Al-Sunbali script, which is a modern script with a dynamic character.

We think language is not necessary to appreciate Art. The same is true of Islamic Art – one doesn’t need to know or understand the Arabic language to see the beauty. We hope Illumination and our Arabic other calligraphy artworks resonate with Aotearoa.