Tiel – Kleibergsestraat – Ossama Nasr (Syria)
The oldest Dutch glass bead from the Middle East was found at the sanctuary in Tiel-Medel. It was found next to the skull of an important woman in a flat grave field that was 100 years older. Her grave was so valuable that the later Bronze Age solar calendar was aligned exactly with her grave location. This bead from present-day Iraq shows a gigantic trade network. Both the bead and part of the flat grave field are on display in the Flipje & Streekmuseum. Ossama’s work shows the value of this bead.
Jump on the beam, grab the bead and become part of this piece of history yourself.
Want to know more about this rich history? See chapter 3 of the new Canon of Tiel.
Ossama Nasr is a contemporary artist known for his emotionally charged and thought-provoking work, in which classical techniques are interwoven with modern themes. His art explores identity, memory and the human experience, often combining figurative details with symbolic abstraction. His work is characterised by strong contrasts, expressive gestures and a clear narrative style. Nasr is active at international street art festivals and exhibitions.
Ossama Nasr is a contemporary artist known for his emotionally charged and thought-provoking work that blends classical techniques with modern themes. His art explores identity, memory, and the human experience, often combining figurative detail with symbolic abstraction.
Nasr’s work spans paintings, murals, and large-scale public art, using both canvas and urban surfaces to tell powerful visual stories. His pieces are marked by bold contrasts, expressive gestures, and a strong narrative presence, engaging viewers on both emotional and intellectual levels.
Active in international street art festivals and exhibitions, Ossama Nasr continues to make a mark with works that connect deeply with diverse audiences around the world.
