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Khaleel Al-Ward
Khaleel Al-Ward: Bridging Tradition and Abstraction in Iraqi Sculpture Khaleel Al-Ward (1925 – 1995) stands as a pivotal figure in Iraqi modern art, embodying the spirit of cultural renewal while retaining deep roots in Mesopotamian heritage. Born in Najaf, Iraq, his artistic journey began amidst a burgeoning intellectual landscape—a formative period marked by exposure to Western influences and a fervent dedication to capturing the es…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Khaleel Al-Ward's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Khaleel Al-Ward's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.
