Farrokh Aman : Domestic Chorus

In ancient Greek theatre, a Chorus* is an ensemble of masked bodies moving in unison on stage, in repetitive movements, storytelling as the voice of the people. The word itself means ‘the act of dancing in a group’ to be precise.

This collection of familiar and unfamiliar tools are borrowed from everyday household objects of our region such as the Sudanese مفراکة (Mefrakeh) or the Iranian لگن (Làgàn) - a mixer and a washbasin respectively.

They enable daily chores and rituals, both individual and collective; pounding of grains, mixing of the broth, scrubbing of vegetables, washing of the hands and burning of Syrian Rue to cleanse the home and parry away bad spirits.

Product Information

2024

Timber and metal

60x45 cm approximately

*Please note this piece is not safe for wet foods

About the Artist

Farrokh Aman [b. Tehran, Iran] is a multi-disciplinary designer based in London. With a focus on domesticity, his practice spans architecture, design, making, and research on domestic rituals and practices.

 

Shipping

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Please note this work is not available for standard shipping. Please collect in person or arrange a courier by contacting info@sanmeigallery.co.uk after check out.

This work is part of our 2024 Winter Fundraiser and will be available for collection from 14th - 20th December.