As a contemporary example of Iranian architecture, its design has been inspired by certain traditional Iranian as well as modern architecture. This architectural style is inspired by the wind-towers of Iran and was designed by the Iranian architect Kamran Diba. It is built in three floors and has been used as a permanent exhibition since 1977.
The Sculpture Court is a semi-enclosed exterior space within the museum complex. It is an appropriate setting for the sculptural works of three outstanding artists: "Le Therapeute" by Rene Magritte, "A Man and a Woman" by Alberto Giacometti, and "Horse and Rider" by Marino Marini.
Most of the museum complex's grounds are located to the north of the museum building and called Sculpture Park. The Park is home to works by a number of the world's leading sculptors, including "Capricorn" by Max Ernst; "The Prickly Pear" by Alexander Calder; "The Reclining Figure" by "Henry Moore"; "Homage to Pablo Neruda" by Eduardo Chilida; "Multiplied by Space" by Max Bill; and "Shirin and Farhad" by Parviz Tanavoli, amongst others.
This museum comprises a cinemateque, a Library, a Coffee Shop, Book Shop and a Photography Workshop.
Library of the museum
Type of museum: Artistic Type of objects: Painting and sculptures Affiliated to: Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance
Address: Kargar-e Shomali Ave., Tehran, Iran Telephone: +98-21-653200 Visiting hours: From 9:00 to 12:00 and from 13:00 to 18:00
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