Artist: Sager Al Qatil (1959–2004)
Technique: Colored Pencils on Paper
Dimensions: 50 x 35 cm (Vertical format)
Status: Signed, Dated 1986, Framed
About the Artwork:
An extraordinary and enigmatic original 1986 work by Sager Al Qatil, titled "Mystic Portrait." This piece represents the pinnacle of the artist's surrealist period, featuring a face that transcends reality with its glowing red eyes, turquoise lips, and a blue celestial headband. The Sager Al Qatil artwork showcases a sophisticated layering of colored pencils, creating a vibrant yet hazy texture that evokes a sense of spiritual depth and ancient mystery. This haunting and powerful portrait reflects Sager Al Qatil’s unique ability to merge human features with a symbolic, otherworldly narrative, making it a standout piece in his body of work.
About the Artist:
Sager Al Qatil (1959–2004): Self-taught Palestinian painter.
Background: Studied in Amman, Jordan. A founding member of the Palestinian Artists Association.
International Career: Emigrated to the Netherlands, where he lived and worked until his death in 2004.
Exhibitions: Exhibited across the Middle East, the USA, and Europe (notably Amsterdam).
Style: Known for a unique visual language merging surrealism with social themes and rural landscapes.