Epic Iran : 5000 years of culture : [exhibition, London, Victoria and Albert Museum, from 13 february to 30 august 2021]

Exhibition, London, Victoria and Albert Museum, from 13 February to 30 August 2021.Iran heritage foundation.; Victoria and Albert museum (Londres, Royaume-Uni).; The Sarikhani collection (Oxfordshire, Royaume-Uni).A stunning introduction to the material culture of some of the great civilizations of AsiaIran was the home of some of the greatest civilizations of both the ancient and medieval worlds, but these achievements remain poorly known and largely misunderstood outside the country. Epic Iran tells the story of Iran from pre-Islamic through modern times and provides an opportunity to see pieces from key museum and private collections. This book combines the ancient and Islamic periods and continues the narrative into the contemporary world. It shows how civilized life emerged in Iran around 3,200 BC and how a distinctive Iranian identity formed 2,500 years ago has survived until today, expressed in the Persian language and in religious affiliations.Lavishly illustrated, some 250 images showcase pieces including goldwork, ceramics, glass, illustrated manuscripts, textiles, carpets, oil paintings, drawings, and photographs. Alongside the historical sweep are examples from contemporary artists and makers, demonstrating the rich antecedents still influencing some modern-day practitioners. A stunning introduction to the material culture of some of the great civilizations of Asia Iran was the home of some of the greatest civilizations of both the ancient and medieval worlds, but these achievements remain poorly known and largely misunderstood outside the country. Epic Iran tells the story of Iran from pre-Islamic through modern times and provides an opportunity to see pieces from key museum and private collections. This book combines the ancient and Islamic periods and continues the narrative into the contemporary world. It shows how civilized life emerged in Iran around3,200 BC and how a distinctive Iranian identity formed 2,500 years ago has survived until today, expressed in the Persian language and in religious affiliations. Lavishly illustrated, some 250 images showcase pieces including goldwork, ceramics, glass, illustrated manuscripts, textiles, carpets, oil paintings, drawings, and photographs. Alongside the historical sweep are examples from contemporary artists and makers, demonstrating the rich antecedents still influencing some modern-day practitioners. L'Iran a été le foyer de certaines des plus grandes civilisations du monde antique et médiéval, mais ces réalisations sont aujourd'hui peu connues en dehors du pays. " Epic Iran " rassemble 250 objets et images fascinants pour jeter une lumière rare sur 5000 ans d'histoire, montrant comment la vie civilisée a émergé en Iran vers 3200 avant J.-C., et comment une identité iranienne distincte, formée il y a 2500 ans, a survécu jusqu'à aujourd'hui, s'exprimant à travers les continuités artistiques, les affiliations religieuses et la littérature persane. Somptueusement illustré, ce livre magnifique et essentiel comprend des objets en métal, des céramiques, du verre, des manuscrits illustrés, des textiles, des tapis, des peintures à l'huile, des dessins et des photographies provenant de collections internationales. Il réunit des trésors des mondes antique et islamique avec les œuvres d'artistes et de créateurs contemporains, démontrant le riche héritage qui influence encore de nombreux artistes contemporains "Iran was home to some of the greatest civilizations of both the ancient and medieval worlds, but these achievements are now little known outside the country. Epic Iran brings together 250 fascinating objects and images to cast a rare light on 5000 years of history, showing how civilized life emerged in Iran around 3200 BC, and how a distinctive Iranian identity, formed 2500 years ago, has survived until today, expressed through artistic continuities, religious affiliations, and Persian literature. Lavishly illustrated, this magnificent and important book encompasses metalwork, ceramics, glass, illustrated manuscripts, textiles, carpets, oil paintings, drawings and photographs from international collections. It brings treasures from the ancient and Islamic worlds together with the work of contemporary artists and makers, demonstrating the rich legacy that still influences modern-day practitioners."-- Publisher's description, page [2] of jacket Iran was home to some of the greatest civilizations of both the ancient and medieval worlds, but these achievements are now little known outside the country. « Epic Iran » brings together 250 fascinating objects and images to cast a rare light on 5000 years of history, showing how civilized life emerged in Iran about 3200 BC, and how a distinctive Iranian identity, formed 2500 years ago, has survived until today, expressed through artistic continuities, religious affiliations and Persian literature. Lavishly illustrated, this magnificent and important book encompasses metalwork, ceramics, glass, illustrated manuscripts, textiles, carpets, oil paintings, drawings and photographs from international collections. It brings treasures from the ancient and Islamic worlds together with the work of contemporary artists and makers, demonstrating the rich legacy that still influences many modern-day practitioners "The Iranian Plateau extends for close to 2,000 km, encompassing dizzying mountain ranges, rolling hills, forests and rich farm lands. It has been home to some of the greatest civilizations of both the ancient and medieval worlds, with spectacular achievements in scholarship and material culture - but these remain poorly known internationally. This lavishly illustrated publication tells the story of Iran from the dawn of the historical period in 5,000 BC to today. It is unique in combining the ancient and Islamic periods as well as contemporary art, from sculpture to goldsmiths' work, from ceramics and glass to illustrated manuscripts, and from textiles and carpets to oil paintings, drawings and photographs. 'Epic Iran' powerfully conveys the beauty and fragility of Iranian art and opens our eyes to the attainments of a tenacious and fascinating culture."-- Publisher's description