Artist builds model of destroyed street in Syria - in pictures

  • Syrian sculptor Khaled Dawwa poses during a photo session in his workshop in Vanves. All photos: AFP
    Syrian sculptor Khaled Dawwa poses during a photo session in his workshop in Vanves. All photos: AFP
  • His latest clay sculpture depicts a street in Syria destroyed by war.
    His latest clay sculpture depicts a street in Syria destroyed by war.
  • The intricate detail requires a steady hand.
    The intricate detail requires a steady hand.
  • The model illustrates destruction caused by years of fighting.
    The model illustrates destruction caused by years of fighting.
  • Among the rubble, a man can be seen slumped by a doorway.
    Among the rubble, a man can be seen slumped by a doorway.
  • Hours of work have gone into creating the masterpiece.
    Hours of work have gone into creating the masterpiece.
  • Beauty in chaos: the sculpture is a stunning piece of art.
    Beauty in chaos: the sculpture is a stunning piece of art.