Shiraz Art Museum
Musée du Sud
Shiraz Art History
The history of 14th-century Persian painting is the story of its encounter with Chinese art; it gradually assimilated this influence, partly thanks to the Il-Khans, who built upon the solid foundations of the country’s ancient culture.
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The Persian manuscript was commissioned by Muhammad Quli Khan-e Qajar Quyunlu, Majd al-Sultaneh. Photo- Bonhams
Arg-e Tabriz (Citadel of Tabriz), a postcard from the Qajar period.
Qajar painted vase or jar, Iran, 1850
A fan from Tehran (1883-1884) designed with watercolor and gold
Persian woman, Antoin Sevruguin
XIXth century
Our Mission & Values
The idea of creating a new art museum in Shiraz dates back to the time when its founder was studying art abroad. The museum was established in the heart of Shiraz, in a traditional neighborhood, within a residence that once belonged to a noble family of the Zand dynasty. The building has preserved traces of the city’s historic architecture through the generations. With its magnificent architectural details, the structure itself stands as a remarkable example of Shiraz architecture. To house the museum’s collections, significant parts of this historic residence were renovated without compromising its original character.
Only Original Artwork
With over 2,000 artworks, the Shiraz Art Museum houses one of the most significant collections of Iranian and global art. It contains a diverse array of paintings, drawings, miniatures, sculptures, and other forms of visual art, acquired from around the world or donated by art enthusiasts, artists, prominent local families, and collectors. The museum also holds a valuable collection of Iranian and international literary manuscripts, as well as a collection of historical documents.
Private Museum
Creating a private museum to introduce and display Iranian and international artworks is a way to achieve the long-term goals of this newly founded museum. After achieving all of its artistic goals, the museum will change its function from a small art center with a private identity to a large national museum.
Archives & Artworks
Most of the museum’s artworks were purchased or donated by artists, art lovers, collectors, or old Iranian families.