Iran at the Venice Biennale 1956–1966: A rediscovery of the country’s participation and its role in the development and legacy of Iranian modernism

Author

Lauren Pollock, CUNY Hunter CollegeFollow

Date of Award

Fall 12-18-2017

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (MA)

Department

Art

First Advisor

Emily Braun

Second Advisor

Nebahat Avcioglu

Academic Program Adviser

Maria Antonella Pelizzari

Abstract

This thesis reconstructs Iran’s participation at the Venice Biennale from 1956–1966. In examining the trajectory of artists represented, art works exhibited, and the critical reception, I argue that Iran’s presence at Venice during these years is crucial to an understanding of the development and legacy of Iranian modernism.

Recommended Citation

Pollock, Lauren, "Iran at the Venice Biennale 1956–1966: A rediscovery of the country’s participation and its role in the development and legacy of Iranian modernism" (2017). CUNY Academic Works.
https://academicworks.cuny.edu/hc_sas_etds/266