Nadere Hakim Elahi’s Visionary Craft: 5 Decades of Impact in Sculpture and Painting

The figurative style of Nadre Hakim Elahi’s sculptures is expressive. His concern is human states, and because the figure is the first human expression, that’s why figurative art works. His works are very brief and abstract, and only when details in the work become colorful do they contribute to the overall concept of the work. In fact, he believes that the human body bears an emotional burden that no other form can interpret.

Legacy and Future Prospects

Through her Art Center Free School of Visual Arts at Rasht, Nadere is molding young Iranian artists today. One can see how important education is to Elahi’s personality; she participates in various community activities that involve the arts, ensuring that her school leaves behind students trained under her discipline who continue upholding its value, as well as a space called Elahi Gallery.

Nadere Hakim Elahi remains a central figure in contemporary Iranian art, with sculptures and paintings detailing both technical excellence and deep emotional insight. Her works not only enrich the artistic discourse within Iran but also contribute to global discussions on critical social issues using the universal language of art as she continues to create, inspiring many in return.

December 23, 2022 | 8:46 am