The Magic of Persia Contemporary Art Prize (MOP CAP) is a global search for the next generation of contemporary Iranian visual artists. The central goal of the prize is to provide an opportunity for gifted artists to gain international exposure, and through doing this, make a notable contribution to the long-term advancement of Iranian art and culture worldwide.

Judges of the 2017 prize included: Hans- Ulrich Obrist (Director of Serpentine Galleries), Aaron Cezar (Director of Delfina Foundation), Ebi Melamed (Collector), Fereydoun Ave (Artist and Curator), Vassif Kortun (Curator) and Maaike Schoorel (Artist).

Private View in conjunction with START Art Fair:
Wednesday 25th September / 3pm-9pm
VIP Preview & Cocktail Reception/ 6pm-9pm

Exhibition opens to public:
Thursday 26th-Saturday 28th September / 11am-6pm
Sunday 29th / 11am-5pm

Saatchi Gallery
Duke of York's HQ
King's Road
London / SW3 4RY