In a recent Art Basel article published on October 23, 2024, writer Duncan Ballantyne-Way explores the powerful narrative behind Maryam Hoseini's art, which will be featured by Dastan Gallery at Art Basel Miami Beach. Now based in New York, Hoseini’s work challenges conventional boundaries, using fractured forms and layered compositions to address themes of resistance, gender, and identity. Her latest piece, Flesh and Sun III (2024), evokes a sense of liberation and resilience, representing the artist's reflections on societal structures and individual autonomy. Through her art, Hoseini addresses complex themes tied to her Iranian heritage and identity, merging personal experience with broader socio-political commentary. Ballantyne-Way highlights Hoseini’s ability to transcend geographic boundaries, crafting universal yet deeply intimate works that invite reflection on identity, belonging, and resistance.
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