Shirin Neshat
Shirin Neshat: Bridging Divides Through Visionary Photography Shirin Neshat (Persian: شیرین نشاط; born March 26, 1957) stands as a singular voice in contemporary art, blending photography with film and performance to explore profound themes of identity, faith, and societal critique. Born in Qazvin, Iran, Neshat’s artistic journey began amidst the turbulent backdrop of the Islamic Revolution, shaping her worldview and fueling her unwav…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Shirin Neshat's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Shirin Neshat's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.