Iranian art exhibition in London spotlights scenes from war-torn isolation
When you have to smuggle precious art out of a war zone in airline luggage, it helps that it is painted on an old aftershave carton. An exhibition in London designed to showcase the work of artists caught in the Iranian cauldron of war faced the shifting challenges of organising shipments out of Tehran over the summer. Most of the works were carried by hand to London by the Tehran gallerist…
An exhibition in London is showcasing the work of Iranian artists living under the shadow of war. The show, organized by Tehran gallerist Orkideh Daroodi and AB Anbar Gallery director Salman Matinfar, features over 300 pieces. Most of the artists remain in Iran, but some have fled the country due to political unrest and economic sanctions.
The artists draw inspiration from the mountains surrounding Tehran, which appear frequently in their work. Photographer Shahrooz Mohammed captures joyful moments of friends driving through the countryside, while Karim Ghane and Serminaz Barseghian depict the solitude and resilience of those living in the outskirts of Iranian cities.
Painter Serminaz Barseghian imagines the Damavand volcano as a fiery, active presence. The exhibition aims to highlight the vibrancy and diversity of Iran's artistic community, despite the challenges they face. Prices for the works range from £200 to £3,000, with the gallery donating proceeds to the artists and gallerists in Tehran.
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