Azerbaijani artists reimagine traditional Carpet Art at Beyond Memory exhibition in Baku
The exhibition titled Beyond Memory opened in Baku and focuses on reinterpreting traditional carpet art. It examines how cultural memory is kept alive and altered through the use of materials, spaces and daily experiences. Two artists, identified as Ahmed and Rasulov, present distinct approaches within the show. Their work shows how heritage can be given new meanings in contemporary practice. By engaging with carpet motifs, the artists link past traditions to modern artistic expression. The display suggests that traditional crafts can evolve while still reflecting collective memory.
The exhibition explores how cultural memory is preserved and reshaped through materials, spaces and everyday experiences. The distinct artistic approaches of Ahmed and Rasulov demonstrate how traditional heritage can acquire new meanings and forms of expression in contemporary art.