Mehdi Vishkai’s work invites us to pause—not just before the image, but within ourselves. This painting is not merely a representation of a face; it is a mirror reflecting psychological, social, and perhaps even historical conditions. Subdued greens suggest a life stilled, while deep blues echo the weight of a lingering sorrow.
A painting created in 1994—born of Farideh Lashai’s artistic maturity. A contemporary work that offers both abstract and surreal interpretations. A blazing, burning tree—Tree of Fire by Farideh Lashai. But is this truly a tree, or a human figure standing tall, engulfed in flames of thought and turmoil? Or perhaps a person literally burning? Are we the ones burning? It is precisely this ambiguity and metaphorical depth that sets Farideh Lashai apart from her contemporaries—a painter and a…
To mark Eid al-Adha,The Middle East Raha Gallery Collection has released a media presentation of one of Master Seyed Mohammad Ehsai’s visually stunning "Allah" artworks—an image-based invocation of the Divine. This work, above all else, represents a form of visual monotheism: a unity of form, color, and meaning expressed through minimal means. Elongated, flowing, and energetic curves on a dark background draw the viewer inward, like the internal rhythm of a prayer, evoking a sense of…
Sirak Melkonian’s 1975 painting is far more than a visual abstraction—it is a mental architecture of time, memory, and land. A fusion of muted colors, weighty forms, and spatial density transforms this work into a point of contemplation. Simultaneously architectural, poetic, and philosophical, the piece embodies a reflective experience.
Dignity in a Frame of Color: The timeless portrait of Kamal-ol-Molk by Markar Gharabegian, painted a hundred years ago, shines within the "Raha Gallery Collection."
A unique work by Reza Mafi — a complex minimalist piece woven with Eastern-Iranian finesse — created nearly half a century ago, reflects the genius of an artist whose life lasted only 39 years.
This painting can be seen as a visual meditation—a spiritual journey from the complexity of the mind toward clarity and peace.
The color palette of “Composition”, a work by Hossein Zenderoudi held in the Raha Gallery Middle East Collection, evokes the essence of earth, soil, and natural elements. Combined with the use of organic forms, it conveys a deep sense of connection to nature and tradition. The contrast between the warm colors and bold black lines adds to the strength and visual impact of the piece.
In his painting Oasis, Parviz Kalantari captures a vivid portrait of a bygone way of life—homes turned inward, courtyards filled with trees, and alleyways that served not only as thoroughfares but also as spaces for human connection. In this frame, Kalantari both revives the memory of those days and subtly critiques the modern disconnect between people and their roots or environments.
Parvaneh Etemadi , a pioneering lady of Iranian painting, passed away about two weeks ago at the age of 77. She had a very minimal and unique approach to painting, and her works were highly praised and appreciated both artistically and within the art market. On this occasion, a fascinating and interesting painting by this artist from the Raha Gallery Collection is analyzed and reviewed.
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