Shoja Azari Reimagines Delacroix at Occupy Mana
At Mana Contemporary, the exhibition "Occupy Mana" showcases the work of Shoja Azari, reinterpreting Eugène Delacroix's 1837-38 painting "The Fanatics of Tangier." Azari presents fierce Muslim figures reminiscent of traditional warriors, incorporating small digital images that reflect modern political chaos. Curated by Phong Bui and Rail Curatorial Projects, the exhibition took place from October 21 to December 16, 2017. It emphasizes a crucial message: the obligation of artists to address the pressing issues society faces today. Azari’s artwork prompts viewers to consider the role of creativity in confronting contemporary crises.
Key facts
- Shoja Azari reworks Delacroix's The Fanatics of Tangier (1837-38)
- Azari's painting shows enraged Muslims as stereotypical fighters
- Tiny web-derived images of contemporary political strife appear on the wall
- Occupy Mana exhibition at Mana Contemporary
- Curated by Phong Bui and Rail Curatorial Projects
- Exhibition ran from October 21 to December 16, 2017
- Theme: Artists Need to Create on the Same Scale that Society has the Capacity to Destroy
- Azari's work asks how artists can respond to crises
Entities
Artists
- Shoja Azari
- Eugène Delacroix
Institutions
- Mana Contemporary
- Rail Curatorial Projects
Locations
- Jersey City
- United States