Falling Angels I 1993

Aydin Aghdashloo's "Falling Angels I" (1993) is a striking example of the artist's signature style, characterized by layered imagery and a sense of fragmented identity. The painting depicts a nude figure, partially obscured by a collage of vibrant colors and intricate patterns, suggesting a clash between reality and illusion. The fragmented collage, reminiscent of a torn photograph, creates a sense of mystery and introspection. The painting's somber tone, rendered in muted greens and yellows, emphasizes a feeling of isolation and vulnerability.