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The Mirror and the Wall

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May 28, 2025

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Sadequain Ahmad

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In this introspective and symbol-heavy work, Sadequain presents a solitary figure confronting a floating, disembodied head enclosed within a circular frame—part mirror, part mask, part sculpture. Set against a backdrop of a bricked wall with a prison-like window, the piece suggests themes of confinement, self-reflection, and identity under scrutiny. The young man, rendered in soft yet defined strokes, gazes directly at the face as if questioning it—or perhaps himself. The expression of the floating head is calm but emotionally distant, mirroring the young man’s own demeanor. Is he seeking answers? Or discovering that the face before him is his own, trapped within a frame he cannot escape? The barred window behind him amplifies the feeling of psychological imprisonment. It’s not a literal jail, but a metaphorical barrier, suggesting social constraints, inner guilt, or the isolation of the self. The fractured bricks in muted blues and yellows further emphasize emotional dislocation and fragmentation. Sadequain’s The Mirror and the Wall explores the deeply human experience of identity confrontation—the tension between who we are, who we present to the world, and what remains imprisoned within us. It is a silent but powerful portrayal of self-awareness, the masks we hold up, and the courage it takes to look ourselves in the face.


ORDERING INFORMATION Medium: Canvas Dimensions: Small (16 inch to 30 inch X corresponding dimension as per aspect ratio) Medium (30 inch to 48 inch X corresponding dimension as per aspect ratio) Large (48 inch to 60 inch X corresponding dimension as per aspect ratio) Available unframed canvas only. Authenticity and Licensing: All Giclee reproductions are made from Sadequain’s authentic artworks, verified by and under a licensing agreement with SADEQUAIN Foundation. Availability: Print-to-order Shipping: Estimated 2 to 4 weeks Care Instructions: The canvas should be framed without glass. Avoid direct sunlight.


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