Pakistani artist creates portraits of UAE leaders to strengthen brotherhood through art
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- 19 Jan 2023
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Portraits are a gift from Pakistan to UAE on 51st National Day, Khalil Najmi says
Accomplished Pakistani medallion portrait artist Khalil Najmi has completed one of his finest works — wood-carved portraits of the leaders of the United Arab Emirates — which he says is a “gift from Pakistan to UAE” on the 51st National Day.
The detailed portraits have been “carved on the wood that comes from the Deodar tree which has a special significance being the national tree of Pakistan”, the Karachi-based self-taught artist told Gulf News in an interview.
Najmi hopes that he will soon have the honour to personally present to the UAE leader the set of portraits that have been hand-carved to perfection with deep admiration for the UAE. He has carved pictures of the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as well as the late UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who passed away in May, and the founder of the UAE, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan.
Currently he is working on portraits of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Promoting brotherhood through art
What inspired him to work on the unique portraits of the leaders of the Gulf state? “The social welfare system of UAE and the sincerity and commitment of the country’s leadership toward its citizens inspired me to learn more about UAE during my visit to Dubai.”
His interest in the Gulf country has grown significantly over the years to the extent that Najmi decided to incorporate it into his intricate form of art to strengthen the bonds of friendship and brotherhood. Read More…
