Harvest of the Sea

Artist: Shoug Omar Mohammed Alzaabi / شوق عمر محمد الزعابي

Size: 40 x 50 cm

Medium: Canvas

The painting portrays an Emirati fisherman weaving his nets, a scene that tells the story of the people of the sea and their patience in seeking their livelihood. Sand, thread, shells, and pearls blend together to give the work a realistic dimension, symbolizing the bounty of the sea that formed an authentic part of the lives of past generations and the heritage of the UAE.