Frequency explores spirituality and humanity's essence. The exhibition takes place at Rome's historic Palazzo Rhinoceros transformed by architect Jean Nouvel into a cultural hub. Sultan's art connects with an archaic heritage, drawing from childhood passion for painting and collecting ancestral objects. He uses symbols to unite East and West, creating a dialogue between cultures. The central theme, "Frequency," represents the constant soundtrack and the prayer voices at Mecca.
The exhibition is divided into six rooms, each representing different aspects of human experience and spirituality. The first room explores the concept of "Confession" and its collective significance in various religions. The second room presents human-divine relationships enveloped in a cloud of veils. The third room portrays stones engraved with indecipherable signs, representing the arcana of lived experiences. The fourth room showcases a forest of hands, evoking the tangible and intangible. The fifth room focuses on water as a sacred element, symbolizing life and purification. The final immersive room, with video stations and White Noise, represents a liberating and transcendent act.
Sultan's project blurs the lines between mental and sensory spaces, offering a profound journey of self-discovery and enlightenment. The art captures the essence of circularity, continuity, and eternal moments beyond the constraints of time and anguish.
Confessional
Metal frame from Makkah with binoculars and a video
Been There
Archaeological stones
If Stone Could Speak
16 marble domes, 3 marble stars, 6 square stone groves, with video projection
Possession
Five cotton sheets with 5-channel video projection and audio
The Verse of the Throne
Metal bowl and marbles square with projection of The Verse of the Throne on loop
The White Noise
Two wooden immersive room boxes, with 2-channel video projections
