Untitled 1987

This untitled painting was created by Manoucher Yektai, an Iranian-American artist known for his abstract expressionist style which masterfully blends eastern and western art influences. Yektai lived through the tumultuous times of World War II and the subsequent socio-political upheavals in Iran. His experience as an immigrant in New York shaped his unique artistic vision. One can sense the influence of his heritage and the impact of his personal journey in this piece. The heavy impasto creates a tactile surface, as Yektai once said, he was aiming "to bring painting to life". The layering of paint evokes a sense of depth and invites the viewer to explore its textured landscape. The artwork doesn’t adhere to traditional representations, rather, it develops its own unique visual language. It reflects the search for identity, the negotiation between cultures, and the emotional resonance of lived experience.