Batima Zaurbekova: Pioneer of Kazakh Tapestry Celebrated in Almaty Retrospective

Batima Zaurbekova, a pioneer of Kazakh tapestry, is being honored with a retrospective exhibition at the Abylkhan Kasteyev National Museum of Arts in Almaty. The exhibition, running from September 25 to November 8, 2026, marks her 80th birthday and celebrates her lifetime of artistic work. Zaurbekova's art is noted for its deep connection to local culture and its contribution to de-colonial discourses in the art world.

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