MUSCAT: An art exhibition with focus on the distinguished place of women in the Omani society opened on Tuesday in the Bait al Oud hall of the Bait Al Zubair Museum. The exhibition will run till October 21.
The exhibition is a tribute to the memory of the late Sultan Qaboos who ensured Omani women are given equal status in the Omani society.
Artist Enaam Ahmed is exhibiting a set of 59 solo artworks in mixed media, themed ‘Riding Glory’.
The exhibition is being held under the patronage of His Highness Sayyid Kamil bin Fahad bin Mahmoud al Said, Assistant Secretary-General of the office of the Deputy Prime Minister for Cabinet Affairs.
The artist has chosen a unique and befitting theme, to portray the empowerment of Omani women through their participation in and contribution to Equestrian sports in full measure.
“The exhibition is a tribute to the memory of the late Sultan Qaboos, - may God rest his soul in peace - who gave utmost priority to ensure Omani women were given equal status in Omani society and every opportunity to reach their full potential in every facet of social and public life,” she said while explaining about her works for the show.
Enaam asserted, “The Arabian people’s pride and love for horses is legendary; that’s the reason why they excel in horsemanship and equestrian events”. The Arabian thoroughbred horse is the perfect symbol of grace, beauty, power and strength. And women too are no less, once they are given equal opportunities,” she said.
Emaan is one of the most prominent Omani artists. She participated in many national and international exhibitions, including in Gulf countries, Europe, America and Australia. She is also the recipient of several, prestigious awards and accolades.
As a token of her concern and sympathy for those affected by the tragic events brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic, Enaam has decided to donate 30 per cent of the sales proceeds from the exhibition to Dar Al Atta'a, a prominent social welfare and charitable organisation.
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