Klay Kassem

The sculpture depicts a duck topped with a crown, symbolizing a playful blend of childlike imagination and royalty that enhances a magical atmosphere. Inspired by Mozart's The Magic Flute, it features operatic characters in theatrical costumes, including Papageno playing the flute and Tamino and Pamina in a poetic, intimate moment. Bold colors, abstract details, masks, and dreamlike motifs create a vibrant, non-linear fantasy world. Overall, the work reflects a personal journey from childhood through different stages of awareness, combining imagination, emotion, and memory.

• A one-of-a-kind, hand-painted artwork