Takin Aghdashloo Discusses Why Galleries Prefer London in Exclusive Artchart Interview
Takin Aghdashloo, the curator of the exhibition "Nine Works from Iranian Modern Art,” elaborated on the details of this exhibition and curatorship matters in a conversation with Artchart. The exhibition took place from the 9th to the 13th of Khordad (May 29th to June 2nd) at the temporary space of Bavan Gallery in Cromwell Place, London. Featuring works by nine artists including Aydin Aghdashloo, Masoud Arabshahi, Mohammad Ehsaei, Monir Farmanfarmaian, Sirak Melkonian, Ali Akbar Sadeghi, Parviz Tanavoli, Manoucher Yektai, and Hossein Zenderoudi, the exhibition was part of the event "Harmony of Home: Art Practices that Bind Us Together," which was held in London for the third time. Takin Aghdashloo expressed their efforts to showcase a variety of artworks ranging from abstract to figurative, including contemporary calligraphy and Saqqakhaneh school, portraying London as an art hub where galleries are eager to host such exhibitions. Additionally, during our interview, we discussed with him the differences in curatorial practices between Iran and abroad. According to Aghdashloo, while there are active Iranian curators, political and social challenges overshadow the art scene. Read our conversation with Takin Aghdashloo below.
18 June 2024
Takin Aghdashloo Discusses Why Galleries Prefer London in Exclusive Artchart Interview 18 June 2024
Takin Aghdashloo, the curator of the exhibition "Nine Works from Iranian Modern Art,” elaborated on the details of this exhibition and curatorship matters in a conversation with Artchart. The exhibition took place from the 9th to the 13th of Khordad (May 29th to June 2nd) at the temporary space of Bavan Gallery in Cromwell Place, London. Featuring works by nine artists including Ayd...
A Review of Christie's Modern and Contemporary Dubai Online Auction, Spring 2024 2 June 2024
The Modern and Contemporary Dubai online auction was held on Christie's website from May 9 to May 31, 2024. In this auction, works by 70 artists were featured, totaling 90 artworks. Out of these, 75 pieces were sold, resulting in a total sale of $2.2 million. Fourteen Iranian artists also had their works presented in this auction, achieving a 100% sales rate. The most expensive piec...
Manoucher Yektai: Exploring the Market of 2023's Best-Selling Iranian Artist 21 May 2024
Manoucher Yektai, an esteemed Iranian poet and artist, made his entry into the secondary market in 2006 with two unique pieces featured at the Dreweatts and Bloomsbury auction in Berkshire, England. Up until 2013, Yektai's market saw limited growth, mainly due to the scarcity of his works and their presence in lesser-known auctions. The launch of the Tehran Auction in 2011 marked a...
The Venice Biennale: A Creative Economy-Based Art Enterprise 14 May 2024
The Venice Biennale is one of the oldest and most prestigious avant-garde art exhibitions in the world, with a high level of credibility. In addition to presenting artists' works and introducing them, this biennial is important for predicting and creating new artistic trends. It manages its events with a multidisciplinary model of organization and management, which has made its natu...
A Review of Sotheby's and Millon's Modern and Contemporary Middle Eastern Art Auctions in Spring 2024 1 May 2024
As we step into the spring of 2024, the Middle Eastern art auction season is in full bloom, maintaining its biannual rhythm with showcases in both autumn and spring. Two events of particular note occurred on April 25th, 2024, hosted by both Sotheby's & Millon. This marked the commencement of the year's inaugural Middle Eastern art auction, promising a captivating exploration of...
Iranian Art Market Report for 1402 SH (2023-2024) 20 April 2024
Artchart, which had previously examined the Iranian Art  Market in 1401 SH (2022-2023), has once again provided an in-depth report for 1402 SH (2023-2024). The forthcoming report will analyze the data collected in 1402 SH and compare it to previous years to illustrate the current state and trends within the Iranian art market. The initial section provides an overview of the mos...
Mohsen Vaziri-Moghadam's Market Review 27 January 2024
Mohsen Vaziri-Moghaddam, an Iranian painter, sculptor, lecturer, and art writer, was born in Behbahan in 1925 and passed away in Rome 94 years later. Throughout his career, he conducted various experiments using different materials and media. However, Vaziri-Moghaddam is most renowned for his sand paintings and articulated sculptures. His works have been featured in auctions since 2...
The most expensive Iranian works sold in 2023 27 December 2023
With the end of 2023, the Artchart team decided to introduce 10 expensive works of Iranian artists that have been sold at auctions. These works are selected and arranged based on Atchart database and dollar rate. In this short essay, you will read about these works and the successful artists of 2023.
The Tate Modern, Iranian Artists and Universal Approaches 26 December 2023
The Tate Modern, a cornerstone of contemporary art, has consistently challenged artistic norms and fostered inclusivity through its dynamic exhibitions. One such pivotal showcase is the ongoing exhibition, "Capturing the Moment," which explores the effects of photography in multifaceted dimensions. This essay will delve into the interconnected narratives of "Capturing the Moment," t...