Tales of the Past

This composition centers around a dominant semicircular form, structured through layered textures and rhythmic repetition. The surrounding white forms subtly recall traditional Albanian plis elements arranged in a circular gathering, evoking the symbolic presence of the sofra — a space of unity and collective identity. Rather than illustrating tradition directly, the work abstracts it into a contemporary visual language. Color and structure interact to create a balance between cultural memory and modern abstraction.

Acrylic on canvas 105 × 75 cm, 2000, Gani Gashi