Madenci by Abidin Dino

Madenci 

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mixed-media, painting, ink

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portrait

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mixed-media

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painting

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charcoal drawing

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ink

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abstraction

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modernism

Copyright: Abidin Dino,Fair Use

Abidin Dino painted "Madenci," or "Miner" in Turkish, capturing the plight and resilience of Turkish mine workers. Dino was deeply concerned with social issues. His work often served as a visual commentary on the lives and struggles of the working class in Turkey. The portrait is an emotional exploration of the working class identity. The miner's exaggerated facial features and weary eyes hint at the physical and emotional toll of labor. Dino's work provides a window into the lives of those whose stories often remain untold. While the painting focuses on a specific socio-economic group, it also invites us to consider broader questions about the value of labor and the human cost of industrial progress. It speaks to the universal experience of struggle, resilience, and the enduring human spirit in the face of adversity.

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