Baku:The ‘ENGRAM’ exhibition has opened at the Museum of Azerbaijani Painting of the XX-XXI Centuries, showcasing a curated selection of artworks from various private collections. These works highlight Azerbaijani art from the 1950s to the present day.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, the exhibition is organized by YARAT Contemporary Art Space and was attended by Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Alena Aliyeva. Curators Aida Mahmudova and Farah Alakbarli have assembled artworks that reflect the cultural and artistic shifts in Azerbaijan over the 20th century, continuing to impact the nation’s visual arts.
The concept of ‘ENGRAM’ focuses on preserving lived experiences and memories through art. The exhibition combines painting, graphic art, and sculpture, illustrating the evolution of Azerbaijani art through different periods and the transformation of visual languages. It also highlights how personal collections reflect individual artistic values and contribute to a collective dialogue within the exhibition space.
The exhibition features works by several artists, including Aida Mahmudova, Altay Sadigzade, Abdul Khalig, and others. Additionally, the event included a musical performance by AISEL titled ‘SUBLIMINALS A Manifestation Experience.’