Peybak
Tehran, Iran
About the Artist
Peybak is the collaborative moniker of Iranian artists Peyman Barabadi and Babak Alebrahim Dehkordi, celebrated for their highly intricate and fantastical drawings and paintings. Their distinctive joint practice creates dense, surreal worlds populated by a rich bestiary of mythical creatures, hybrid beings, and symbolic narratives. Peybak’s work often blends elements of Iranian folklore, ancient Persian miniatures, and contemporary anxieties, resulting in complex compositions that invite viewers into a realm of the subconscious and the imaginary. Their art is characterized by its meticulous detail and a unique visual language that explores universal themes of transformation, conflict, and the human condition.More Artists from Iran
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