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Tehran Auction Unveils 100 Masterpieces of Classical Iranian Art
The 22nd Tehran Auction will feature a diverse collection of 100 exceptional artworks, showcasing contemporary Iranian art alongside traditional masterpieces and classical works. This event highlights Iran’s rich artistic heritage, with pieces dating from the Safavid era to modern times. As global interest in Islamic art grows, the auction aims to stabilize prices and prevent illegal exports of historical pieces. Notable sections include paintings, calligraphy, and pictorial carpets, with contributions from renowned artists. Scheduled for February 12-13, the auction follows a successful previous event, reinforcing Tehran Auction’s role in promoting Iranian art domestically and internationally.
Discover the Hidden Treasures of Tehran’s Vibrant Art Galleries!
Tehran’s art scene is vibrant, with several galleries hosting diverse exhibitions until mid-March. Saless Gallery’s “Rostam’s Room” runs until March 19, featuring numerous artists. Ebteda Gallery presents Hosnieh Zaferanchizadeh’s floral-themed “My Flowers” until February 25. Yafteh Gallery showcases “One Thousand and One Sights” by multiple artists until February 28. Notable exhibitions include Mehrdad Pournazarali’s “Inherited Garden” at Etemad Gallery 1 (until March 14), Mojtaba Taqvai’s “The Vanishing Archive” at Adapa Gallery (until March 15), and Reza Yarahmadi’s “That Homey Tree” at Sohrab Gallery (until March 10). Various artistic expressions await exploration across the city’s galleries.
Iranian Short Films Shine at BUFF International Film Festival: Four Compete for Top Honors!
Four Iranian short films will participate in the 42nd BUFF International Film Festival from March 15 to 21 in Malmö, Sweden, celebrating children’s cinema. The featured films are “Glory of the Meadow,” depicting a 12-year-old’s efforts to keep his family united; “The Cocoon and Butterfly,” where a boy helps a disabled girl pursue education; “Princess Azadeh,” a narrative on modern slavery faced by a young Afghan girl; and “Inside the Skin,” focusing on a teenage football player’s hidden secret. BUFF aims to promote quality films for young audiences and facilitate discussions on youth-oriented cinema.
Discover the Persian Edition of Booth Tarkington’s Timeless Classic ‘Alice Adams’
The Persian translation of Booth Tarkington’s 1921 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, “Alice Adams,” has recently debuted in Iran, translated by Masoumeh Ghodrati and published by Afkar-e Jadid. The 300-page novel follows Alice, a young woman from a lower-middle-class family, as she strives to rise socially and win the affections of wealthy suitor Arthur Russell. Set in post-World War I America, the narrative explores themes of social class, identity, and personal integrity. Alice’s journey reflects the complexities of ambition and societal pressures, making it a relevant and thought-provoking read for contemporary audiences, both in Iran and beyond.
Unveiling ‘Traces of Resistance’: A Captivating Art Exhibit Launches in Caracas
The “Traces of Resistance” event at the National Art Museum of Caracas has united artists from Iran and Latin America to showcase their work and raise awareness about global issues, particularly the plight of Palestinians. The opening ceremony featured key cultural officials, including Iranian representatives and Venezuela’s Deputy Culture Minister, who emphasized the importance of art in advocating for social justice. Notable speakers highlighted the historical ties between Iran and Venezuela in their shared struggle against imperialism. The event, organized by the Iranian Cultural Attaché, includes an exhibition and workshops, reinforcing cultural relations and solidarity, culminating in a Quds Day ceremony.
Unveiling ‘The Truth of Rachel’: A Captivating Performance at Tehran’s City Theater
Tehran’s City Theater is currently presenting “The Truth of Rachel,” a thought-provoking play written and directed by Sadeq Vafai, based on his novel “When Will the War End?”. Running until March 12, the play examines themes of media distortion and personal trauma through the story of an American woman discussing her memoir on a talk show hosted by her child. Key characters navigate complex relationships, revealing the intricacies of memory and truth amidst the backdrop of World War II. This powerful production invites audiences to critically reflect on the narratives that shape our understanding of history and media.