‘Echo of Lost Innocence’ installation at Barahat Msheireb in Msheireb Downtown Doha is a powerful and evocative art installation that aims to raise awareness about the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The installation features more than 15,000 small teddy bear sculptures, with each bear representing a child’s life lost in Gaza. The artwork is part of an initiative to advocate for action against the war in Gaza and all proceeds from the sale of these teddy bears will be donated to the children of Gaza through Qatar Charity.
The art installation, designed by multidisciplinary artist Bachir Mohammad, is a poignant reminder of the devastating impact of the conflict in Gaza. Each teddy bear is dressed in a black T-shirt with a powerful message that reads, “I’m not just a number. I’m human. With an identity. With a homeland. I am Palestine. #Free Palestine.” The installation serves as a call to the international and Arab communities to work towards achieving a ceasefire in Gaza and restoring hope for the children of Palestine.
The unveiling of the installation was attended by many families and children, with some of them purchasing teddy bears from the counter at Barahat Msheireb. The initiative aims to encourage public participation in solidarity with the children of Gaza and to raise awareness about the situation in the region. The art exhibition will be open to the public until September 26 from 4pm to 10pm, providing an opportunity for people to view the powerful artwork and support the cause.
Dr. Hafiz Ali Abdulla, Senior Director of Corporate Communication at Msheireb Properties, expressed the importance of using art as a powerful medium to raise awareness about global issues and show support for the children who have lost their lives in Gaza. He emphasized the social responsibility of Msheireb Properties to support projects that promote public participation in solidarity and raise funds for charitable causes. The initiative is part of a larger effort to engage more artists in Qatar to express their perspectives on the situation in Gaza and raise funds for the children in need.
The ‘Echo of Lost Innocence’ installation is not only a visual representation of the lives lost in Gaza but also a call to action for the global community to come together and protect the innocence, rights, and futures of all children. Visitors to the exhibition were deeply moved by the artwork and expressed a sense of responsibility, solidarity, and a commitment to taking action to ensure that no child is ever reduced to just a number again. By bringing home one of the teddy bears from the installation, visitors honored the memory of the children lost in Gaza and committed to supporting a future where every child’s life is cherished and protected.
In conclusion, the ‘Echo of Lost Innocence’ installation at Barahat Msheireb in Msheireb Downtown Doha is a poignant and powerful art installation that serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of the conflict in Gaza. The installation, featuring more than 15,000 teddy bear sculptures, aims to raise awareness about the situation in Gaza and raise funds for the children in need. Through the sale of these teddy bears, the initiative encourages public participation in solidarity with the children of Gaza and calls for action to protect the innocence and rights of all children. Visitors to the exhibition were deeply moved by the artwork and expressed a commitment to taking action to ensure a future where every child’s life is cherished and protected.
