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Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Art in the Tehran Metro

via Jadidonline

Tehran’s Metro offers a possibly unexpected store of modern artwork for the visitor to see as they go on their way in the city.
London is said to be the site of the first metropolitan underground railway, operational from 1863, and Moscow’s subway system is considered to be practically a museum of socialist realist art of the 20th Century, whilst Tehran’s Metro which became operational in 1999 showcases a mix of modern art styles.

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artwork in Tehran Metro, photo by Mamooli

artwork in Tehran Metro, photo by Mamooli

artwork in Tehran Metro, photo by Mamooli


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