Illustration
The End of Everything
Referencing a traditional Tantric Mandala to illustrate the eclectic final battle of the Liberation War.
Illustration
Bidrohi (The Rebel)
Inspired by the architraves at Stupas and Temples in India, a Goddess protects a gateway into rebellion. References the poem Bidrohi by Kazi Nazrul Islam.
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Bijoyini (Victoress)
The Bengali women’s army comes together to fight in the war. Inspired by the poem, Bijoyini by Kazi Nazrul Islam.
Illustration
My Brother’s Blood Splattered
The Bengali Language Movement let Bangladesh fight for the freedom to speak Bangla, holding onto the deep cultural roots of language. The imagery references the song Amar Bhaier Rokte Rangano (My Brother’s Blood Splattered) by Abdul Gaffar... More
Illustration
The Comet
Two Comet-Cobras devour the Gods at the end of the Universe. Imagery references the poem The Comet by Kazi Nazrul Islam.
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The Ecstasy of Destruction
A demon wizard summons a prophetic battle. Referencing the poem, The Ecstasy of Destruction by Kazi Nazrul Islam.
Work by
Nabila Roshd
“Calamity’s Aftermath depicts the rebellious nature of the Bengali spirit, war stories, poems, and literature during the Liberation Period through the use of traditional Indian art-making, political...” [More]