Examining the Role and Symbolism of the Cypress Tree in Eastern and Western Paintings

"The evergreen Cypress symbolizes dying young; the image on tombstones, the metaphor of immortality; Nakhl (palm) of mourning and wedding veil. The cypress is depicted on curtains as a sign of the curtain being lifted! It represents both the front and back, the outward and inward. The truth lies in the unity of opposites, and the cypress is the direct symbol of that." 


A tree: Fragments of Perception, Branches of Imagination

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As a gallery located in the heart of Kashan's historical Manouchehri complex, our mission is to act as a bridge between arts and crafts. Drawing from the rich heritage of Persian crafts that surrounds us, we aim to support both emerging and established Iranian talent in translating our vast traditional aesthetics into contemporary imagery. We work closely with artists, artisans, researchers as well as designers. Active since 2011, we have grown into our separate identity as Fiuz Gallery since 2021.