Biography

Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian was an influential Iranian artist born on January 13, 1922, and passed away on April 20, 2019. She is celebrated for her unique artistic practice that harmonized the geometric patterns and cut-glass mosaic techniques of her Iranian heritage with the modern Western geometric abstraction. Her work is characterized by the intricate use of mirrors and reverse glass painting, a technique known as Āina-kāri, which she modernized and popularized in the contemporary art scene. Farmanfarmaian's contributions to art were recognized internationally, and she became one of the most prominent Iranian artists of her time. Her works are held in high regard for their cultural synthesis and aesthetic innovation, which have made them highly collectible. In recognition of her impact, the Monir Museum in Tehran was opened in 2017, dedicated to her life and work. Her legacy continues to inspire artists and collectors who appreciate the fusion of traditional and modern artistic expressions.