Negargari, the illustrious art of Persian miniature painting, is a world unto itself – a realm where poets and painters intertwine to create vivid narratives on intimate scales. Historically, these miniatures adorned precious manuscripts, offering glimpses into mythical gardens, heroic battles, and tranquil scenes of contemplation, all rendered with an unparalleled eye for detail and a rich symbolic language. Each brushstroke is a whisper of history, culture, and profound aesthetic beauty.
For "Visionary Narrative," Mohammad Jamshidi challenges the traditional scale of Negargari by expanding its intricate beauty onto the grand, unexpected stage of a basketball backboard. This particular piece might focus on an expansive, dreamlike scene, using the backboard's surface to unfold a broader narrative or a more abstract interpretation of a traditional miniature theme. The juxtaposition of the backboard's functional robustness with the delicate, storytelling essence of Negargari creates a powerful visual paradox, transforming a sporting icon into a sweeping canvas for ancient tales and contemporary vision.