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Purge / Ačystka / Təmizləmə

Daria Semchuk (Сemra) 2024
wooden frame, hard plastic

The painting “Purge” was created to highlight a pressing issue of human rights abuses in Azerbaijan, centering on the case of Bahruz Samadov, a scientist and researcher who is currently facing wrongful accusations of treason. As an artist specializing in socio-political themes and an emigrant from Belarus—a country experiencing peak repression—I crafted this artwork as a gesture of solidarity with political prisoners in Belarus, while also reflecting the similar repressions now occurring in Azerbaijan.

“Purge” seeks to illuminate the injustices many endure under comparable conditions, representing not only Bahruz’s personal struggle but also the broader issues of political suppression prevalent in both Azerbaijan and Belarus. This painting is intended to draw international attention to Bahruz’s case, emphasizing the need for transparency and justice, potentially aiding in his and others’ defense and leading to a safe resolution.