Established in 2019, the Aydin Aghdashloo Foundation is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the cultural legacy of Aydin Aghdashloo. The Foundation safeguards, oversees, and publishes the artist’s art, writings, archives, and personal collection, reflecting a lifetime of significant cultural contributions.

Our Mission and Activities

The Foundation undertakes a range of activities to honour and perpetuate Aydin Aghdashloo’s legacy, including:

• Publishing: Books, catalogues, and other scholarly materials.

• Exhibitions: Organizing curated displays of the artist’s works.

• Educational Content: Producing videos and other resources for learning.

• Artwork Authentication: Certifying authenticity to protect the integrity of the artist’s oeuvre.

• Cataloging and Archiving: Maintaining comprehensive records of works and related materials.

• Catalog Raisonné: Compiling a definitive list of the artist’s creations.

• Artwork Reproductions: Producing high-quality, limited-edition reproductions.

• Restoration and Conservation: Preserving and restoring the artist’s works.

• Research Support: Supporting or commissioning scholarly research on the artist’s work, context, and influence.

• Legal Advocacy: Protecting the artist’s intellectual property and legacy.