Hamed Rashtian is a visual artist and Ph.D. student in the School of Interactive Arts & Technology at Simon Fraser University. He completed his Master of Fine Arts at Emily Carr University of Art and Design in Vancouver, focusing on the potential of art installations to foster dialogue among diverse colonial histories. Holding a Swiss Federal Diploma in Higher Education from the F+F School of Art and Design in Zurich, Hamed has showcased his work in eight solo exhibitions across Iran, Canada, Switzerland, and the United Arab Emirates. Additionally, he has contributed to over sixty group exhibitions spanning Iran, Switzerland, France, Germany, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates. Lions is a series of bronze sculptures intricately exploring the visual connections between Iranian architecture and the historical tombstone lions prevalent in various regions of Iran, particularly its central areas. These original lions, carved from stone and utilized as grave markers, hold deep symbolism and tradition, symbolizing the esteemed individuals of Iran’s villages and towns. This series of works is part of a larger research endeavor that sheds light on the aesthetic interplay between three-dimensional elements of art, design, and crafts in Iranian history. Lions focuses on the connection between architecture and tombstones. Through Lions, the essence of visual delirium intertwines with thematic essence, offering insight into the rich cultural heritage and intricate visual narratives of Iranian history and culture.