Starting 29 May, the "Epic Iran" show at London's Victoria & Albert Museum delves into 5,000 years of art, design and culture of the country. By Louisa Schaefer
Iran s cultural wonders on display in London
Starting May 29, the Epic Iran show at London s Victoria & Albert Museum delves into 5,000 years of art, design and culture of the country.
Shedding light
The show at the V&A aims to shine light on one of the greatest historic civilizations, its journey into the 21st century and its monumental cultural achievements, the V&A said, adding that many of Iran s cultural accomplishments have remained in the shadows. Here, a museum staff member views a color projection of Tribute to Ahuramazda (359-338 BC), ahead of the Epic Iran exhibition. Cyrus Cylinder, 539-538 BC