Artists  > Shirin Neshat

Shirin Neshat

An Iranian-born American photographer and video artist, Neshat’s work has examined stereotypes of Muslim women and their invisibility in Iran.

Dates
1957–
Born In
Asia > West Asia > Iran
Active In
North America > United States
Asia > West Asia > Iran
Period Culture Style
Contemporary
Known For
Photograph, Calligraphy, Film and video art, Performance art
Basics Works of Art

Artists  > Shirin Neshat

Shirin Neshat

An Iranian-born American photographer and video artist, Neshat’s work has examined stereotypes of Muslim women and their invisibility in Iran.

Dates
1957–
Born In
Asia > West Asia > Iran
Active In
North America > United States
Asia > West Asia > Iran
Period Culture Style
Contemporary
Known For
Photograph, Calligraphy, Film and video art, Performance art
Basics Works of Art