A prayer rug for 2005

Sajjadah 1426 (Sajjadah means “prayer rug” in persian/turkish and 1426 stands for 2005 in Islamic calendar), by Soner Ozenc, helps Muslims pray 5 times a day. Indication of the direction towards Mecca is achieved via the data coming from a compass module embedded inside the prayer mat. The closer to the direction of the Mecca the rug is turned, the brighter the Electro Luminescent panel.

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The work is exhibited in the Lethaby Gallery, London between 16-25 June.
Thanks Stefano.