VOICED: 'Orientalism' appeals to Orient, in new exhibition

The video explores the concept of Orientalism, a controversial field of Western art that emphasizes Eastern exoticism. Despite criticism, Orientalist art is popular in the Middle East, particularly in Sharjah, UAE, which has become a regional art hub. The video discusses the Western influence on Orientalist art and its acceptance by Arab art lovers, highlighting the largest collections in the Middle East. It also examines how these artworks serve as records of both historical and imaginary pasts, often created with nostalgia after artists returned to the West.

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