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Morteza Katouzian: A Voice of Iranian Realism Born in Tehran, Iran, on October 10, 1938, Morteza Katouzian’s artistic journey began not within formal institutions but within the rich tapestry of his family's appreciation for art. This early immersion shaped a lifelong dedication to visual storytelling, ultimately establishing him as one of Iran’s most significant and enduring figures in contemporary painting. Unlike many artists who p…
The Lifeline
Scroll through morteza katouzian's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups morteza katouzian's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.
