Mahbubur Rahman
2018
Eatching on Paper
44 cm x 70 cm
 
Mahbubur Rahman's "Transformation 2" is an evocative etching on paper, from 2018. Known for his signature style, Mahbubur Rahman delves into themes of identity and societal structures in Bangladesh. Through his multidisciplinary approach encompassing painting, photography, sculpture, and performance, Rahman challenges the stagnancy he perceives in post-war Bangladesh. His artwork often features his own portraiture, blurring personal struggles with broader social issues. "Transformation 2" exemplifies Rahman's confrontational yet introspective artistic voice, utilizing etching to explore profound questions of history and modernity in South Asia.