Hamid Ali Hanbhi
The price of May, 2025
Oil on fabric
43.5x68 inches
This painting explores the dynamics of authority and resistance, depicting a moment of confrontation between armed forces and unarmed civilians. The camouflage border reinforces the presence of military power, extending...
This painting explores the dynamics of authority and resistance, depicting a moment of confrontation between armed forces and unarmed civilians. The camouflage border reinforces the presence of military power, extending beyond the scene into the frame itself. Referencing The Third of May, the composition draws on historical imagery of state violence while grounding it in a familiar, localized setting. The painting invites reflection on structures of control and the recurring nature of such encounters.