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Bahram Alivandi

Professional Artistic Abilities and Style:

  • Renowned Iranian-born Austrian visual artist, recognized as one of Iran’s leading modernists.

  • Specialized in modernist paintings, blending Persian mythology, literature, and mysticism.

  • Developed a distinctive visual language with symbolic motifs like fish, gazelle, and horse, inspired by Persian miniature art.

  • Proficient in various techniques, from traditional oil painting to innovative methods like pointillage and painting on unconventional surfaces (e.g., newspaper).

  • Acclaimed for his masterful use of color and intricate detail, earning the title "the magician of colours."

  • Works characterized by a unique synthesis of Persian cultural themes and European artistic training.

Key Achievements and Exhibitions:

  • Solo Exhibitions:

    • Headquarters of the United Nations, Vienna: Displayed key works representing his artistic vision and global impact.

    • ‘Art in Exile,’ Vienna (2007): Featured 73 works including watercolors, oil paintings, and works on paper.

  • Group Exhibitions:

    • UNESCO Exhibition, Vienna (2008): Showcased Ferdowsi, an iconic work depicting Shahnameh, the Persian epic by Ferdowsi.

    • Galerie Art Présent, Paris (2007): Participated alongside French contemporary artists; his unique blend of Persian and European styles received critical acclaim in the French press as a "paradise of dots."

Signature Techniques and Innovations:

  • 1980s: Oil paintings with stained-glass-like aesthetic, depicting mythological and spiritual figures like Mithra, Jesus Christ, and Simorgh.

  • 1990s: Experimented with oil on newspaper, inspired by early cubist methods.

  • 2000s: Developed and mastered the angelique pointillage technique, painting with fine dots of ink sealed with veneer, enhancing color intensity and vibrancy.

Artistic Legacy:

  • Alivandi’s works have been exhibited across Europe and Asia, celebrated for their cultural depth and technical brilliance. His art bridges Persian tradition with modern innovation, offering a profound narrative of harmony, resilience, and cultural dialogue.

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