Paintings by Ausama al Khalil
Join us for a very special celebration of the life and work of Ausama al Khalil in support of Freedom from Torture and the Baghdad Central Training Hospital for Children.
Late Iraqi artist Ausama al Khalil, was a distinguished designer and painter who worked in a number of mediums and held exhibitions throughout Iraq and Jordan as well as in England. He was also a survivor of torture, which left him with severe pain and disability. His beautiful collection offers a unique perspective on the trials and tribulations of refugees and asylum seekers, fleeing from war and civil unrest.
See the full collection in the auction catalogue.
Ausama once said: When I am painting, I am feeling I am alive. Painting gives the power to feel alive. When painting, sometimes my mind does not think about my suffering and this gives me hope for the future.
Freedom from Torture supporters and friends of Ausama have organised for his artworks to be auctioned online with all proceeds going to Freedom from Torture and the Baghdad Central Training Hospital for Children.
The auction will be live from 21 April, 10am – 5 May 2022, 9pm.
You can view the unique collection and place a bid here.
Guests are also able to view Ausama’s artwork in a pop-up display and celebration of the artist at the Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art on 28 April 2022 from 6pm to 8pm. Drinks and canapes will be provided. If you would like to attend, please RSVP via Eventbrite.
We are immensely honoured that this unique collection will be auctioned in support of Freedom from Torture.