Zad Moultaka’s captivating exhibition “Crier la paix” (Shouting Peace) presented at the Institut du Monde Arabe in Paris, invites visitors to a deep and committed artistic immersion. The work of the Franco-Lebanese artist resonates with particular intensity in the current context marked by conflicts and divisions in the Middle East. In a skillful blend of ancient history and contemporaneity, Zad Moultaka forcefully denounces violence and the unbridled quest for material power, while calling for peace and humanity.
When entering the exhibition space, one is immediately struck by the power of the symbols and messages conveyed by the artist’s works. A glittering wall of ancient coins evokes the golden calf and dehumanizing greed. In contrast, an imposing bomber engine stands, symbolizing violence and destruction. This visual confrontation challenges and questions our relationship with power, money and the fragility of humanity.
But beyond this unequivocal denunciation, the exhibition “Crier la paix” also offers a glimmer of hope. Through music and song, Zad Moultaka invites the viewer to rise up, to transcend divisions and to reconnect with the very essence of humanity. The captivating sounds resonate like a call for reconciliation, mutual understanding and the construction of a more peaceful and united world.
Meeting the artist at the heart of his work is to dive into a universe where aesthetics mixes with commitment, where reflection joins emotion. Zad Moultaka infuses his creations with a telluric force, an urgency that resonates deep within each visitor. In these troubled times, his message resonates as a cry of truth and hope, a vibrant call for peace and brotherhood.
In conclusion, “Crier la paix” is much more than a simple art exhibition. It is a manifesto, a declaration of intent, a call to action. Zad Moultaka invites us to look beyond appearances, to listen beyond the din of the world, to act for a more harmonious and just future. In these uncertain times, his art resonates like a beacon in the storm, guiding our steps towards a horizon of peace and reconciliation.