ROHAM SHAMEKH
(B. 1995 Tehran, Iran) Lives and works in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Celebrating the beauty and the shared values of our civilization lies at the heart of Roham Shamekh’s motto, eloquently named “universal sculptural poetry.” Roham Shamekh, based in Dubai, is emerging as one of the region’s most celebrated designers.
“Vase of Humanity,” pays homage to the creativity that ignited humanity’s earliest signs of flourishing through agriculture. It was through the ingenious use of intelligence and creativity
that humans initiated agricultural activities, propelling the world towards prosperity and giving rise to some of the greatest civilizations, driven by both emotion and reason.
The vessel, symbolized since its early prehistoric days, represents this transition towards an advanced world that we inherit from our past. Just as a flower blooms only when nurtured by human care, this artwork signifies how humanity’s essence shines through its fundamental form, embodied by the vessel – a symbol of agriculture and civilizations spanning from ancient times to the present day.
In addition to the “Vase of Humanity,” Roham Shamekh’s creation, the “50th Candlesticks,” symbolizes reception and fertility. It echoes the aspirations of individuals as they navigate the passage of time, with resin representing the transient nature of life, its comings and goings highlighting the beauty and acceptance of the perpetual cycle of existence that never ceases. The 50 candlesticks serve as a commemoration of any half-birthday, marking various stages of life’s ongoing journey. Together, these artistic creations form a covenant of beauty through sculptural poetry, radiating love as the driving force propelling our world forward.

In situ installation view, 2023