Cultuur Gent

The cultural service of the city of Ghent
Homa Arkani © Michiel Devijver

Toren van Babel

“Tower of Babel” is inspired by Pieter Bruegel the Elder’s painting of the same name. 8 large stones from the art-nouveau Volkshuis designed by Victor Horta serve as her canvas. They are part of a dry stone wall at the De Porre park.
This work breathes new life into the former industrial site while preserving its history.

Homa's work refers to society’s attempts to bring together different peoples and cultures and promote unity and harmony among people.
 

Homa Arkani was born and raised in Tehran, Iran, and has lived in Belgium for 5 years now.

She mainly produces abstract/surrealist paintings inspired by everyday life in Iran, and has recently begun to experiment with installations.

Her creations have been displayed in dozens of art galleries, art spaces and museums in Belgium, Iran and other countries.

Homa Arkani (homa-arkani.com)