​Famous Iranian Painters and Visual Artist
Explore the works of famous Iranian painters and visual artists who have made significant contributions to both contemporary and traditional Persian art. Their creativity spans a range of mediums, from painting to sculpture, and their works are recognized globally.
Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian
Most famous art piece: Mirror Mosaics
Age: Born December 16, 1922 – Died April 20, 2019
Known for: Her intricate geometric mirror works and influence in the global art scene
Kamran Diba
Most famous art piece: Architectural Designs (also known for his work in urban planning)
Age: Born March 5, 1937
Known for: Founding the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art and his impact on Iranian modernism
Sohrab Sepehri
Most famous art piece: The Tree Trunks
Age: Born October 7, 1928 – Died April 21, 1980
Known for: His minimalist nature paintings and poetry that blends Persian and modern influences
Parviz Tanavoli
Most famous art piece: Heech (sculpture series)
Age: Born March 23, 1937
Known for: Sculptures and works that explore the concept of "nothingness" (Heech)
Manouchehr Yektai
Most famous art piece: Abstract Expressionist Paintings
Age: Born December 22, 1921 – Died November 19, 2019
Known for: His contributions to the Abstract Expressionist movement
Behjat Sadr
Most famous art piece: Abstract Geometric Forms
Age: Born May 29, 1924 – Died August 11, 2009
Known for: Being a pioneer of modern abstract art in Iran
Bahman Mohasses
Most famous art piece: The Minotaur in the Rain
Age: Born March 1, 1931 – Died July 28, 2010
Known for: Sculptures, paintings, and works that critique social and political issues
Mohammad Ehsai
Most famous art piece: Calligraphy Modernism
Age: Born 1939
Known for: Merging Persian calligraphy with modern art to create calligraphic abstractions
Nazgol Ansarinia
Most famous art piece: The Mechanisms of Growth
Age: Born 1979
Known for: Her exploration of the social and urban environment of Tehran through installations and visual works
Parastou Forouhar
Most famous art piece: The Persian Garden Series
Age: Born 1962
Known for: Her works addressing themes of exile, memory, and identity
Tala Madani
Most famous art piece: Pictorial Humour Series
Age: Born 1981
Known for: Her satirical and sometimes surreal take on gender and power dynamics
Newsha Tavakolian
​Most famous art piece: Listen (photographic series)
Age: Born October 13, 1981
Known for: Photography that captures the personal and political lives of Iranians, particularly women
Iman Afsarian
Most famous art piece: Realist Portraits
Age: Born 1974
Known for: Hyper-realistic portraits and explorations of Iranian identity through painting
Mehrdad Afsari
Most famous art piece: Documentary Photography
Age: Born 1977
Known for: His photography and video installations that focus on memory, history, and the landscape of Iran
Kamal-ol-Molk
Most famous art piece: The Mirror Hall
Age: Born 1847 – Died August 4, 1940
Known for: His masterful realist paintings, including depictions of Persian architecture and culture
Shirin Neshat
Most famous art piece: Women of Allah Series
Age: Born March 26, 1957
Known for: Her photo and video installations exploring the relationship between Islam, gender, and power