A unique event dedicated to the art of traditional tattoos in Iraq has been launched by The American Academic Institute in Iraq (TAARI) in Baghdad.
Celebrating the results of a field project funded by the Cultural Protection Fund, The Deq Exhibition aims to reconnect young people with this endangered heritage.
Deq is an endangered custom of tattooing, often used as a way of remembering important people and events. As the practice of traditional tattooing declines, this project will document the knowledge of Deq held by its elderly practitioners, to enable greater understanding of the roots of this tradition and its significance and role in local society.
Curated and organised in partnership between The Academic Research Institute in Iraq (TARII) and Henna Magazine – an independent Iraqi Art magazine – The Deq Exhibition aims to reconnect the youth with this endangered heritage by showcasing the history, symbolism, and techniques of traditional tattoos in Babylon.
Visitors will have the opportunity to explore different stations, engage with interactive exhibits, and participate in reviving this unique cultural practice.
For further information on the project, visit https://cultural-protection-fund.britishcouncil.org/projects/traditional...
