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Dark Masks 28 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 18.5*29
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 29 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 20*28
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 30 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 20*28.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 31 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 20*29
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 32 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 19*29
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 33 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Silaimany
Dimensions: 20*28
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 34 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 19*28.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 35 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 20*27.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 36 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 19*28.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 37 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 18*28.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 38 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 18.5*28
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 39 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 21*28.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 40 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 18.5*29.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 41 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 21.5*29
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 42 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 19.5*28
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 43 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 19*29
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 44 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 18.5*28.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 45 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 20*30
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Dark Masks 46 In this phase of his artistic journey, Ismail Khayat reexamined the meaning of the face—not merely as a representation of the self, but as a potential mask. Influenced by his wife, Ms. Gaziza Omer—a seasoned playwright, actress, and director—Khayat was introduced to the idea that a mask can sometimes reveal emotions more truthfully than a face, which may conceal them. This realization led him to create a series of mask-inspired works, exploring identity, performance, and emotional depth. These pieces challenge the viewer to consider what is hidden and what is revealed in human expression.
Place of origin: Sulaimany
Dimensions: 21*29.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Eyes This drawing (fully immersed in eyes as a pattern may be considered proof for Khayat's imagination and his visions for his art) is part of a period when Ismail Khayat sketched freely, putting on paper whatever came to his mind. These works are known as Khayat's Imagination, and some of them have been sketched for sculptures.
Place of origin: Sulaimani
Dimensions: 20*28.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Face of a Woman This drawing is part of a period when Ismail Khayat sketched freely, putting on paper whatever came to his mind. These works are known as Khayat's Imagination, and some of them have been sketched for sculptures.
Place of origin: Sulaimani
Dimensions: 17*20.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Father and his Son This drawing (showing a father and his son, with their resemblance reflecting fatherhood and a connection between a father and son) is part of a period when Ismail Khayat sketched freely, putting on paper whatever came to his mind. These works are known as Khayat's Imagination, and some of them have been sketched for sculptures.
Place of origin: Sulaimani
Dimensions: 14.5*19
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Fingers Out of Order This painting shows an incomplete hand of a person with a disability holding a heart, symbolizing love and respect offered despite physical challenges.
Place of origin: Sulaimani
Dimensions: 14.5 cm * 19 cm
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Four Movements This drawing is part of a period when Ismail Khayat sketched freely, putting on paper whatever came to his mind. These works are known as Khayat's Imagination, and some of them have been sketched for sculptures.
Place of origin: Sulaimani
Dimensions: 11.5*20.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)
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Four Women This drawing is part of a period when Ismail Khayat sketched freely, putting on paper whatever came to his mind. These works are known as Khayat's Imagination, and some of them have been sketched for sculptures. (Khayat's portrayal of women in his works shows how they are symbols for the beauties of life and art)
Place of origin: Sulaimani
Dimensions: 21*28.5
Subject Place: Ismail Khayat's Gallery (His House)