Umar Rashid, Sem Agua (no water) in the Empty Quarter. 1795. Iram, a ruin of ancient Nabatea is unearthed, and angry. The Portuguese face off against the Bedouin and falter due to want of treasure and lack of water. What is nourishing when the only option is edible poison? The dance begins. Enter Sandman., 2023
Acrylic, ink and mica flake on canvas
72 x 84 1/4 x 1 3/4 inches
Featured in Art Basel 2023