• An art installation using model pigeons in a cage is exhibited in an alley in Old Damascus. The installation forms part of an exhibition titled Once upon a time, a window. All photos: AFP
    An art installation using model pigeons in a cage is exhibited in an alley in Old Damascus. The installation forms part of an exhibition titled Once upon a time, a window. All photos: AFP
  • The collective exhibition by Syrian artists was curated by students of the Faculty of Arts at Damascus University.
    The collective exhibition by Syrian artists was curated by students of the Faculty of Arts at Damascus University.
  • Objects represent aspects of life in Syria, such as war, migration and the high cost of living.
    Objects represent aspects of life in Syria, such as war, migration and the high cost of living.
  • Pigeons are a recurring theme of the show.
    Pigeons are a recurring theme of the show.
  • Scores of birds are suspended above an alley.
    Scores of birds are suspended above an alley.
  • A visitor takes in a colourful mobile
    A visitor takes in a colourful mobile
  • One upon a time, a window is on view at Samer Kozah gallery and in some of the streets that surround it.
    One upon a time, a window is on view at Samer Kozah gallery and in some of the streets that surround it.

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'Once Upon A Time ... Windows': An exhibition on war, migration and life in Syria

Syrian artists exhibit at Samer Kozah Gallery in Damascus

The National

April 12, 2022

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Updated: April 12, 2022, 11:09 AM
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