“This piece explores the mountain gazelle, Palestine’s national animal, which has come to symbolise peace, resilience, and national identity. The gazelle is framed by patterns derived from the traditional keffiyeh. The vertical fishnet motifs represent the deep connection to the sea, while the horizontal olive leaf patterns symbolise both the cultural and economic significance of the olive tree to Palestinians. The work draws inspiration from Palestinian artist Manal Mahamid, whose exploration of symbolism in the context of Palestinian heritage and resistance informed this piece.”