“Crimson Hope on the Longest Night” Description: This painting is inspired by Yalda Night, one of the oldest traditions in Persian culture, celebrated on the winter solstice—the longest night of the year. On this night, families and friends gather together, share stories, read poetry (often from Hafez), and enjoy fruits such as watermelon and pomegranate while welcoming the return of longer, brighter days. In Yalda tradition, watermelon symbolizes warmth, life, and the continuation of summer within the heart of winter. It is believed that eating it on this night brings health and energy for the colder months ahead. In this artwork, the vivid red of the watermelon against a dark background reflects this very idea: light, hope, and vitality emerging from darkness. Interestingly, watermelon also carries positive meanings in other cultures. In many Mediterranean and Asian countries, it is associated with freshness, abundance, and hospitality. In Western art—particularly in still life painting—it often represents the simple pleasures of life, the spirit of summer, and the passage of time. …… About BarBeni: Behzad Mojarad Bigdeli, known by his stage name “BarBeni,” was born in 1981 in Tehran, Iran. He completed his studies in architecture and later obtained a two-year degree in sculpture from the University of Tehran. A self-taught artist in drawing, he has held several exhibitions on themes such as freedom, human rights, and nature, winning multiple awards in the fields of cartoons and caricature. For nearly three years, he has been living in Germany, where he has participated in several group exhibitions in Oldenburg and Hamburg. During this time, many of his paintings have been sold on reputable platforms such as Catawiki, SingularArt, and Saatchi. He is highly passionate about sharing his experiences and skills with the younger generation. Instagram: @bar__beni Packing process : the parcel will ship secure.in first step ,the parcel will cover by oily paper for Preventing scratching.in second step the cargo is wrapped around with bubble wrap plastic. In the third step, a cardboard holder is used along the length and width of the shipment, with supports installed to prevent the artwork from breaking. Finally, the package is placed inside a cardboard box.