«ما كنت أهوى الدار إلا بأهلها» (I did not love the home except for its people) – Persian – Mohamed Gamal

Text: ما كنت أهوى الدار إلا بأهلها سلام على الدار بعد الراحلين (I only loved the house for its people; peace upon the house after those who have departed)

Framed size: 38×58 cm

Script: Nasta'liq

Materials: natural ink on synthetic ahar (burnished) paper

Nature of work: Handmade

Meaning and symbolism: By Nizar Qabbani. It shows that a home's worth lies in those who live in it, and symbolises nostalgia and loyalty to loved ones and to place, however much time passes.

Artist: Mohamed Gamal