Savior

Amir-Hossein Zanjani

A soldier who is taking proud steps in the euphoric post-victory moments, seems to be oblivious to his imminent ominous future: it is akin to the feeling of emptiness after achieving a significant goal, or to someone who has decided to emigrate but does not know where. In his new series, Amir-Hossein represents the condition of the contemporary man by reinterpreting artworks from the Romantic era, assuming a critical approach towards modern militarism. With their inherent destructive character, the contemporary humans have now conquered the nature that once embraced them. Consequently, they have lost the nature itself. With a spear in their hand and under heavy layers of an iron armor, they have become devoid of their sense of self.

Amir-Hossein Zanjani, “The Front Line of Neo-Romanticists”, from “Savior” series, oil on canvas, 200 x 250 cm, 2022
Amir-Hossein Zanjani, “Wanderer on the Earth”, from “Savior” series, oil on canvas, 250 x 150 cm, 2022
Amir-Hossein Zanjani, “Chevalier with Spear”, from “Savior” series, fiberglass, 110 x 38 x 43.5 cm, pedestal: 85 x 37 x 40 cm, edition of 3 + 1 AP, 2022
Art Dubai 2022, installation view
Art Dubai 2022, installation view
Art Dubai 2022, installation view