Batima Zaurbekova: Weaving the Soul of Kazakhstan Art Book

The Batima Zaurbekova: Weaving the Soul of Kazakhstan volume offers a retrospective exploration of the artist's tapestry work, rooted in nomadic heritage, ancient textile motifs, and the landscapes of the Kazakh steppe. Original photography by Harald Gottschalk documents Zaurbekova's evocative tapestries, while text by Yaffa Assouline contextualises the work within Kazakhstan's broader cultural and historical identity. The writing draws on firsthand travel throughout Kazakhstan, providing grounded insight into the traditions and memory that shape Zaurbekova's visual language. The volume traces the development of her practice across decades, highlighting her reinterpretation of Kazakh textile traditions into a contemporary artistic expression.