‘Contemporary Persians’ Exhibition Challenges Western Perceptions of Iran

Rebel, Jester, Mystic, Poet: Contemporary Persians at the Aga Khan Museum in Toronto until June 4.

“There has to be balance, where you see something much more positive about the country, its true tradition, its rich legacy of art and culture, versus the stereotypical, militant imagery you see if you watch conventional global media outlets,” Afkhami explains. “It’s that much more important now to have this kind of a show. To break down that barrier that’s being put up.”

‘Contemporary Persians’ Exhibition Challenges Western Perceptions of Iran | Jaclyn Tersigni for Azure

Rebel, Jester, Mystic, Poet: Contemporary Persians, a collection of post-revolution works by Iranian artists, confronts issues of gender, religion, politics, and the West’s characterization of Iranians.

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Earlier:

How an Iranian exhibit at the Aga Khan Museum hopes to bridge east and west – Toronto – CBC News Aga Khan Museum’s Performing Arts Season Returns With a Spotlight on Syria and Iran Plurality of Identity in 21st Century Iran: Contemporary Persian Artists at the Aga Khan Museum

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