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Among these explorations lies a fictional revival of Al Ruwais, a city constructed by Adnoc in the 1970s, located 240km west of Abu Dhabi. Through Crude Memory, Jaralla considers the urban and private landscapes of the 1970s and 1980s, capturing the essence of modernity that swept through the nation during the oil boom era. This body of work not only charts the architectural fabric of the time but also envisions its evolution as economic priorities shift away from oil towards other sectors.

Through a combination of sculptures and photographs, Jaralla connects post-modern principles to …