The book delves into the dynamic art scene in Iran, shaped by the complexities of its modern history post-1979 revolution. It provides an in-depth exploration of contemporary Iranian art, examining how various social, political, religious, and cultural tensions have influenced the evolution of visual culture in the country. Through this analysis, readers gain insight into the rich tapestry of artistic expression that reflects Iran's unique challenges and transformations.
Examines Europe's discovery of ancient Iran, first in philology and then in art history, and explores the Persian Revival movement in light of imperial strategies of power, selfhood, and statehood in British India and Zand-Qajar- Pahlavi Iran. číst celé
Growing up in the Islamic Republic of Iran, the artist Shiva Ahmadi recalls, she knew more about Jackson Pollock than Behzad, the master miniature painter of the Safavid court. Indeed, Ahmadi's distinct painterly style seems to combine the detailed precision of Behzad's hand with the fluid action painting of Pollock. What emerges is part miniature, part abstract expressionism. Shiva Ahmadi was born in Tehran, Iran in 1975 and currently lives and works in Davis, California. She received her BFA from Azad University, Tehran, in 1998; and MFA's from Cranbrook Academy of Arts and Wayne State University.
Strategies of Power in Iran from the Achaemenids to the Pahlavis
Exploring the intricate relationship between kingship and national identity in Iran, this book examines how architecture has been a crucial element in legitimizing power throughout history. By analyzing various monumental examples—from Persepolis to modern Pahlavi structures—the authors highlight how rulers have utilized architectural forms to unify cultural narratives amid political changes. The work draws on a wide range of historical contexts, making it essential for anyone interested in Iranian studies and visual culture.