X Ray III
2003
Mixed media and X-ray on canvas
135 × 105 cm
Part of the collection of the British Museum
Mixed media and X-ray on canvas
135 × 105 cm
Part of the collection of the British Museum
Early abstract experimentations with X-Rays were begun in the studios at Al-Meftaha Arts Village. In these works, the first synthesis of art and science, faith and medicine can be seen.
If you come to my studio, you'll see X-Ray's everywhere – it looks more like a hospital than a studio! Ahmed Mater2006
An essay by Venetia Porter on her encounter with Ahmed's earliest works.
During this time, Ahmed was working at Aseer General Hospital, treating patients every day. The vernacular of medicine became part of his visual arts practice, a connection between science, art and faith that would become a hallmark of his work.
