This artwork, titled "Miankaleh", highlights one of the world’s most valuable ecosystems, located in the artist’s hometown of Behshahr. Miankaleh is a unique natural sanctuary that welcomes thousands of migratory birds each year, with the elegant flamingo as its most iconic resident.
The central image portrays a flamingo crowned with pomegranates, symbolizing the region’s famed wild pomegranate trees. These trees are an integral part of Miankaleh’s forests and have inspired the annual Pomegranate Festival in Behshahr, celebrating this natural treasure.
Miankaleh stands as a rare harmony between sea, forest, and desert. Its landscapes feature water ponds, lush pomegranate forests, and desert-like expanses that connect the land to the sea. Sadly, this precious ecosystem faces serious threats. In recent years, hundreds of hectares of its forests have been lost to devastating fires, while its sea and water ponds are steadily drying due to drought and environmental changes.
This artwork reflects the artist’s deep concern for the future of Miankaleh and the urgent need to protect it. Through vibrant colors and abstract forms, the piece captures both the beauty and fragility of this irreplaceable habitat, delivering a powerful message about its preservation.
"Miankaleh" is not merely an artwork; it is a call to action, urging us to see, appreciate, and protect this global natural heritage before it is too late.
This artwork, titled "Miankaleh", highlights one of the world’s most valuable ecosystems, located in the artist’s hometown of Behshahr. Miankaleh is a unique natural sanctuary that welcomes thousands of migratory birds each year, with the elegant flamingo as its most iconic resident.
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