RAMZI MALLAT’s artistic practice epitomises the complexities of cultural identity within our ever-globalised society. Drawing from a rich tapestry of theological and folkloric knowledge from the Levant region, his work challenges the conventional notion of tradition as a civilisational legacy, revealing a narrative constructed by a society’s cultural vanguard in the course of a struggle. The artist reinterprets Levantine traditions, artefacts, and symbols through material experimentation, immersive installations, and socially engaged storytelling.

MALLAT navigates the intricate interplay between capitalism, labour, and everyday life, shedding light on the mechanisms by which meaning is produced within our societies. Through this visual lexicon, the artist forms a nuanced tableau where collective consciousness is challenged by the tumultuous socio-political landscapes faced by nations and individuals alike. Rooted in the investigation of cultural heritage and the unearthing of suppressed historical narratives, his works become tools to defy displacement, expulsion, and the perils of erasure.

In the artist’s practice, history and myth intertwine through the juxtaposition of politics and lived experience, challenging the supremacy of state power by embracing the openness of the future. Across this exploration, he unveils the transformative potential of age-old materials (such as cast bronze, ceramic, and glass), infusing them with contemporary relevance and elevating them to the status of discursive art forms where tradition and innovation coalesce.

RAMZI MALLAT is a multidisciplinary artist based between London and Beirut. He holds a BA in  Fine Art from Lancaster University and an MA in Sculpture from the Royal College of Art. In 2022,  MALLAT was featured on Forbes Middle East's ‘30 Under 30’ list, and in 2024, he was shortlisted for  Bloomberg New Contemporaries. He currently serves as a trustee of the IMOS Foundation (U.K).  

Mallat’s work has been presented in solo exhibitions at venues including the UNESCO Palace and  The Cervantes Institute in Beirut, as well as the Victoria and Albert Museum, P21 Gallery, Marie  Jose Gallery and Danuser and Ramírez Gallery in London. He has participated in group  exhibitions across the United Kingdom and Europe, including Turf Projects, Standpoint Gallery,  Candid Arts and Storey Gallery, and the VIMA Art Fair (Cyprus). His recent short film Sobhiye  (2022) was recognised by multiple international film festivals, including Lebanese Independent  Film Festival (LIFF).