Serial Number: ART2266
Valuation:
Medium:
Acrylic on canvas
Type:
Figurative
Style:
Folk Art
Date:
2026
Size:
70 x 60 cm
Artist:
Nada Ibrahim Al Sabbagh is a contemporary Bahraini visual artist known for her vibrant colors and rich textures, working in an expressive semi-abstract style. Her artworks are inspired by nature while also reflecting the spirit of Bahraini culture and traditions through a modern artistic vision. You can follow her work on Instagram @danabeartist.
Status: Display
Description:
This painting depicts a warm family scene of four people engaged in traditional food preparation, with the central woman, dressed in bright Bahraini attire, stirring a large pot while two girls and a boy watch attentively. A blue lantern in the foreground adds a rustic touch, suggesting early morning or evening. The scene reflects the Gulf tradition of pounding harees before Ramadan, where women gather, chant traditional songs like "Ya Allah Ya Karim," and celebrate community and cooperation. Rendered in a folk-inspired style with mosaic-like brushwork, bold outlines, and vibrant colors, the painting celebrates Bahraini cultural traditions, family warmth, and domestic life.