23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Artistic
Farafar Gate
Through the cracked adobe gateway of Farafar Gate in the ancient city of Saryazd, a lone statue emerges in the distance—frozen mid-motion, yet full of tension and life. The fractured wall frames the sculpture like a silent witness to centuries of history, creating a dialogue between decay and resilience, stillness and movement. This photograph explores the contrast between earth-built architecture and the dynamic form beyond it, revealing how time shapes both art and structure.
Photo Detail
| Date Taken: | 03.2025 |
| Date Uploaded: | 12.2025 |
| Photo Location: | saryazd, Iran |
| Camera: | Galaxy S23 Ultra |
| Copyright: | © danial javadi |