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Aisha Alabbar Gallery is proud to present Caravan of Colors Through Time, a landmark retrospective celebrating over four decades of work by Mona Al Khaja (b. Sharjah, 1958), a pioneering figure of Emirati modern art.This retrospective traces Mona Al Khaja’s remarkable journey, from her formative years studying at the Faculty of Fine Arts in Cairo under mentors such as Dr. Najat Makki, to her continued exploration of abstraction, symbolism, and color. Featuring works from every stage of her career, the exhibition highlights her mastery of watercolor and acrylic landscapes, capturing the UAE’s deserts, architecture, and ephemeral light through a uniquely Emirati lens.A first-generation Emirati artist, Mona’s practice bridges personal memory and collective history, establishing a distinct visual language within Arab modernism. Her work continues to inspire new generations, offering meditative reflections on time, place, and belonging.Caravan of Colors Through Time invites audiences to engage with Mona Al Khaja’s enduring legacy and the evolution of contemporary Emirati art.