Minakari, the art of enamelling, is a vibrant and lustrous Persian craft that transforms metal (often copper) into dazzling surfaces of intricate patterns and brilliant colors. Dating back centuries, this meticulous process involves painting designs with special pigmented powders onto a metallic base, which are then fired at high temperatures to fuse and create a durable, glass-like finish. The result is an artwork of unparalleled vibrancy, often evoking the clarity of gemstones and the richness of traditional motifs.
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.