Figure Reclining Beside Heart Sculpture

Emad Al-Dhahir (عماد الظاهر), born in Iraq in 1964, is a contemporary artist whose work spans painting and mixed media. Al-Dhahir’s artistic practice is characterized by a nuanced exploration of abstraction and figuration, often drawing on themes of memory, displacement, and cultural identity. His compositions frequently employ layered textures and vibrant color palettes, reflecting both his Iraqi heritage and his experiences in diaspora.

Al-Dhahir has exhibited his work in several notable institutional settings, including group and solo exhibitions in the Middle East and Europe. His art has been featured at the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris and in curated shows at prominent galleries in Amman and London, underscoring his international reach. While his works have appeared in regional auctions, there is no record of sales at major international auction houses such as Christie’s, Sotheby’s, or Bonhams as of the latest available data. Al-Dhahir continues to contribute to the contemporary art scene through both his creative output and participation in cross-cultural dialogues, maintaining a presence in exhibitions that highlight the evolving narratives of Iraqi and Arab art.