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Shaker Mahdi

Hooded Figure Holding a Rifle, 2008

Estimated price$301 – $559

Graphic, Print Making

30 × 25 cm | 11.8 × 9.8 in

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About the work

A bearded hooded figure grips a rifle against a swirling background of bold, flowing lines rendered in olive greens and golden ochres. The woodcut-style print carries a raw, dramatic energy evoking themes of conflict and resilience.

Shaker Mahdi (Iraq).

Graphic, Print Making, 25 × 30 cm, 2008.

Part of the permanent collection of the Hindiyeh Museum of Arts, Jordan. Signed and editioned 4/5.

Medium
Size
30 × 25 cm | 11.8 × 9.8 in
Year
2008
Edition
4/5
Rarity
Limited Edition
Certificate of authenticity
Included
Genre
Colours
Yellow, Green, Brown
Location
Amman, Jordan

About the artist

Shaker Mahdi — Graphic, Print Making , 25 × 30 cm (representative image)
Shaker Mahdi

Iraq

Shaker Mahdi (شاكر مهدي) is an Iraqi artist recognized for his contributions to modern and contemporary Iraqi art. Born in Iraq, Mahdi is known for his work in painting, often exploring themes rooted in Iraqi heritage and daily life. His style is characterized by expressive brushwork and a vibrant color palette, reflecting both the cultural richness and the complex social realities of his homeland. Mahdi’s works often blend figurative and abstract elements, creating compositions that resonate with both local and international audiences.

Throughout his career, Shaker Mahdi has participated in several notable exhibitions, including institutional shows in Iraq and the broader Middle East. His art has been featured in group exhibitions at prominent venues such as the Iraqi Artists Association and has contributed to the visibility of Iraqi modernism on the international stage. In the secondary market, Mahdi’s paintings have appeared at major auction houses, including Christie’s and Bonhams, where his works have attracted collectors interested in Middle Eastern art. These auction milestones underscore his significance within the canon of 20th-century Iraqi artists.

Despite the challenges faced by artists in Iraq, Shaker Mahdi’s oeuvre stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of Iraqi creativity. His legacy continues to influence younger generations of artists in the region, and his works remain sought after by collectors and institutions dedicated to preserving the history of Middle Eastern art.

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Printmaking

Images made by transferring ink from a prepared surface — etching, lithography, screenprint, woodcut — usually in limited editions. Iraqi artists such as Rafa Nasiri helped make printmaking a serious modern art form across the Arab world.
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Expressionism

Art that prioritizes emotion and inner experience over realistic depiction, using distortion, bold color, and energetic mark-making. In the region it gave modern artists a language for memory, displacement, and identity.
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