Fereydoun ain't no angel

Published in 2019, Fereydoun ain't no angel is a compelling artist publication dedicated to the work of Fereydoun Ave, one of the most influential figures in contemporary Iranian art. Published by Homa Gallery in collaboration with Dastan Gallery, the book offers an intimate exploration of Ave’s distinctive artistic universe, characterized by wit, irreverence, cultural references, and a deeply personal visual language. Through a carefully curated presentation of artworks and archival material, the publication reflects the artist’s enduring engagement with identity, memory, mythology, and the complexities of contemporary culture. Elegant in format and rich in content, Fereydoun ain't no angel serves as both a collector’s object and an insightful document of Ave’s multifaceted practice, celebrating a career that has shaped generations of artists and audiences alike.