An exhibition featuring works of Daniah Al Saleh and Susanne Kriemann, created during their residency in AlUla, supported by the Goethe Institute and the German Embassy. The show is curated by Salma Al Khalidi and celebrates the intersection of art, archaeology, and cultural exchange.
In 2023, as part of the 20th anniversary of the German Archeological Institute (DAI)’s excavations in Saudi Arabia, Al Saleh and Kriemann travelled to the archaeological sites of Tayma and AlUla, exploring the intersection of ancient histories and contemporary realities.
Daniah Alsaleh and Susanne Kriemann weave a narrative exploring the lasting impact of both physical and organic materials, ancient and modern, on our evolving relationship with time and the environment.
Alsaleh’s work focuses on carnelian stones and beads —semi-precious gemstones often found in ancient artifacts, examining how these objects bridge the gap between past human activities and present-day contexts. Kriemann examines the paradoxical coexistence of ancient artifacts and modern consumer waste, highlighting the contrast between the visible and hidden elements of today’s environmental challenges.
Exhibition dates: December 26, 2024 to March 26, 2025
ATHR Gallery, AlUla, Saudi Arabia