Firouz FarmanFarmaian

Firouz FarmanFarmaian -  Photo: Antalya Van Preussen

Firouz FarmanFarmaian is an internationally recognized multidisciplinary artist whose work explores the intersection of memory, exile, and cultural identity. Born in Iran and raised in France, FarmanFarmaian’s artistic practice is deeply influenced by his nomadic lineage and Persian heritage, weaving together abstract expressionism, textile art, sculpture, and immersive installations.

His work examines themes of displacement, movement, and the passage of time, often using textiles as a metaphor for migration, transformation, and resilience. Inspired by his family's historical background and personal experiences of exile, FarmanFarmaian’s compositions reflect the fluidity of identity and the collective memory of diasporic communities.

Khorjin Panel I (Varansi Edition) (2024) - Courtesy of We R The Nomads

Artistic Practice & Themes
FarmanFarmaian’s work is characterized by:

Post-tribal aesthetics, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern abstraction.
Textile-based storytelling, where woven materials serve as visual narratives of migration and cultural exchange.
Multimedia experimentation, incorporating painting, sculpture, and digital elements into his installations.
A focus on ancestral memory, drawing from Middle Eastern, African, and Central Asian influences to create contemporary reflections on heritage and belonging.
Exhibitions & Recognition
FarmanFarmaian’s work has been exhibited globally, with major showcases in Paris, New York, London, Marrakesh, and Dubai. His recent We R The Nomads project—featured in Artnet—has positioned him as a leading voice in contemporary textile-based art, bridging traditional techniques with conceptual narratives on displacement and identity.

Totem Panel XII (2018) - Courtesy of We R The Nomads

Notable Exhibitions

  • ⁠Patterns of Passage / Caravans of Tapestries – Victor Gallery, New York (2025)
  • Nomads of Persia (Traveling Exhibition) – Frieze London, Lincoln Center NY, Salomon Arts Gallery NY (2024)
  • SHIMMERR ( Curated by Dusan Smodej) – Galleria Itinerarte, 60th Biennale di Venezia (2024)
  • Textile Works – Galleria Lo Studio, Venice (2023) in Collaboration with Amir Art Collection 
  • Gates of Turan – 59th Biennale di Venezia, Kyrgyz Pavilion. Curated by Janet Rady  (2022)
  • Memorandum of the Unknown Path" – Marrakech Royal Theater, 1-54 African Art Fair (2020). Nominated to V&A Jameel Prize

His work is held in private and institutional collections worldwide, and he continues to push the boundaries of textile and mixed-media art as a pioneer of contemporary nomadic aesthetics.

Kayakalak Panel VII (2022) - Courtesy of We R The Nomads

Upcoming Exhibition
FarmanFarmaian’s next exhibition, "Patterns of Passage - Caravans of Tapestries," will open at Victor Gallery, New York, on February 22, 2025. Expanding on his Tribeca series, this show will explore the post-tribal quality of textile units, cultural memory, and the artistic language of movement.

Press & Media
FarmanFarmaian’s innovative approach to art and his deep engagement with themes of cultural displacement and identity were recently highlighted in an exclusive interview with Artnet. In the feature, he discusses the evolution of his work, the significance of We R The Nomads, and how textiles serve as a bridge between ancestral storytelling and contemporary abstraction. The full article can be read here: Artnet Interview.

Contact & Inquiries
For inquiries, commissions, and exhibition details: info@victorgallery.com