Exhibition Spotlight: "Fragile. Handle with Care" at Rarares Gallery
Dubai’s Rarares Gallery just raised the bar with their latest exhibition, Fragile. Handle with Care, a daring exploration of the delicate line where art meets design. With a lineup of global talent, the exhibit offered more than a visual feast—it invited viewers into a reflective narrative on fragility, memory, and heritage. This show has become the talk of the town, challenging visitors to see art and design not as separate realms but as two sides of the same creative coin.
Making a bold first impression at the entrance was Azerbaijani artist Elchin Valiyev, one of Kuun Art’s own talents, whose placement at the forefront was nothing short of strategic genius. Valiyev’s work set the vibe from the moment guests arrived, pulling them into the show’s central theme. His standout piece, a hyper-realistic “portrait” of a Karabakh carpet, took center stage with lush reds and intricate patterns, fusing the essence of traditional craftsmanship with a modern edge and drawing the eye immediately.
Images courtesy of Kuun Art
Valiyev’s carpet paintings are more than visual works—they’re living stories. His pieces go beyond texture and color; each one is a journey into culture, loss, and resilience, layered with rich cultural symbolism and meticulous detail. Using complex layers of acrylic, oil, and varnish, he crafted a three-dimensional illusion that seemed to breathe on the canvas, blurring the lines between art and design. As one of Kuun Art’s innovative artists, Valiyev masterfully bridges the familiar with the surreal, creating pieces that invite viewers to consider their relationship with heritage.
Images courtesy of Kuun Art
As attendees moved through the gallery, Valiyev’s opening piece lingered in their minds, setting a contemplative tone for the rest of the exhibition. His work perfectly captured the show's themes, embodying fragility in both literal and symbolic ways. Each brushstroke was a testament to the balance between tradition and modernity—a balance that Fragile. Handle with Care sought to encapsulate in every room.
Rarares Gallery’s exhibition was a masterclass in how art and design can coalesce, creating an experience that’s both visually stunning and thought-provoking. And with Kuun Art’s own Elchin Valiyev anchoring the exhibition, the message of fragility, endurance, and cultural identity resonated deeply. For anyone in Dubai, this show is a must-see, redefining how we engage with art from the moment we step inside.
For more please visit Valiyev’s social media: https://www.instagram.com/elchinvaliyevstudio/
Rarares link: https://rararesgallery.com/exhibitions/fragile
Kuun Art: https://www.instagram.com/kuunart/