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Shadi Ghadirian (Iranian, b.1974)
LOT ID: 66025
Be Colorful No. 1, 2002

Digital Print, printed on Epson photo paper
35.43 х 23.62 in. cm.
Signed, and numbered on verso.
Edition of 10
Lot description
"Be Colorful No. 1" is the first work in the iconic "Be Colorful" series of works by one of the most famous Iranian female artists working today, Shadi Ghadirian (Iran, b. 1974). Ghadirian explores and critiques the roles of women in the Middle East and around the world through this series of stunning color photographs. As a woman born in Tehran just before the Iranian Revolution, she recalls and references in her works the effects certain social changes during that time had on the lives of women, and the ways in which women continue to experience limitations that impede on their most basic human rights and freedom. For the works in this series, Ghadirian superimposed an image of a window, smeared and murky, with portraits of beautiful Persian women wearing brightly colored chadors. The women in the photographs emanate a subtle yet palpable strength, even through the semi-opaque glass. Note: The photograph has never been framed and is in pristine condition.

In addition to producing her own artwork as a professional photographer, Ghadirian also works at the Museum of Photography in Tehran. She has exhibited her works in prestigious venues worldwide, has had her photographs published within print articles in the New York Times, the Daily Telegraph, the BBC and more, and has numerous pieces in permanent collections including the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Ghadirian currently lives and works in Tehran.
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    Be colorful
    color coupler print
    (H 35.4, W 23.6) in.
    (90 x 60) cm.
    Ed. 2/10
    Sold for: US$9,000
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  • Shadi Ghadirian

    Be colorful 02
    c-print
    (H 35.4, W 23.6) in.
    (90 x 60) cm.
    Sold for: US$9,000
    Friday, October 29, 2010
    The Young Collectors Auction
    Lot 00017
  • Shadi Ghadirian

    Be colorful 01
    c-print
    (H 35.4, W 23.6) in.
    (90 x 60) cm.
    Ed. 8/10
    Sold for: US$12,000
    Friday, April 30, 2010
    The Young Collectors Auction
    Lot 00012
  • Shadi Ghadirian

    Untitled (from The be colourful series) (+ another; 2 works)
    color print
    (H 35.0, W 23.2) in.
    (89 x 59) cm.
    Ed. 5/10
    Sold for: US$17,500
    Tuesday, April 27, 2010
    Christie's Dubai
    Lot 00093
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