The Red Alert 1980

Morteza Katouzian's 1980 painting "The Red Alert" depicts two children, a boy and a girl, standing against a dramatic background of orange clouds. The girl is holding a white sheet in front of her, partially concealing her face, and the boy looks on with concern. The painting's title and the somber expressions on the children's faces suggest a sense of impending danger or uncertainty. Katouzian's use of realistic detail and the contrasting colors of the clouds against the children's grey-toned bodies create a strong visual impact. The "Red Alert" exemplifies the artist's exploration of human emotion and vulnerability through the lens of social commentary.