Muqarnas, the art of stalactite vaulting, is a breathtaking architectural element deeply embedded in Islamic and Persian design, creating complex three-dimensional compositions that seem to defy gravity. Paired with Monabbat (wood carving), which infuses wood with intricate patterns and forms through skilled chiseling, these two arts together craft spaces of unparalleled beauty and spiritual depth. Muqarnas often evokes celestial domes, while Monabbat brings earthly narratives to life.
Mohammad Jamshidi’s "The Celestial Arch" transforms the basketball backboard into a mesmerizing architectural miniature, where the disciplined lines of the court meet the fluid complexity of Muqarnas and Monabbat. Imagine the backboard's frame adorned with intricately carved wooden details, while its upper structure or key elements are reimagined with carved muqarnas-like patterns, drawing the eye upwards. This piece is a sculptural marvel, turning a functional object into a gateway to traditional aesthetics, symbolizing the aspirations of flight and the artistry embedded within both sport and ancient craft.