Muslum Teke's London Exhibition Explores Faces and Eyes Through Abstract Figuration

Muslum Teke presents an exhibition titled 'In-between spaces' at Versus Arts in East London from March 7 to 14. Curated by Ilayda Uzunarslan, the show features paintings that blend figurative and abstract elements, focusing on faces and eyes. The works obscure identities to emphasize emotional expression, drawing comparisons to Expressionist artists like Edvard Munch, Kathe Kollwitz, and Francis Bacon. Teke's Turkish background informs themes related to protective talismans against the 'evil-eye.' The exhibition invites viewers to reflect on human complexity and perception in urban environments.