Ein al-Dowleh Mansion

The Ein al-Dowleh Mansion, today also known as "Negarkhaneh Barg" (Barg Gallery), is one of the most valuable historic buildings of the Qajar era in Tehran. It stands on Jamali Street in the Pasdaran neighbourhood and is one of the few garden-houses surviving from that period. Authentic Iranian architecture, the pleasant atmosphere of the garden, and the pools and iwans surrounding the main building are among the distinctive features of this site, which have made it a cultural and tourist attraction.

The house was originally the summer residence of Ein al-Dowleh, a prominent Qajar-era political figure who held the office of minister during three critical periods of history. The complex was built between 1310 and 1330 AH (lunar Hijri). After the end of the Qajar era, and with the rise of the Pahlavi government, the mansion became the permanent residence of the Heravi family (Basir al-Dowleh). The complex included a magnificent ceremonial mansion, a large pool and extensive gardens around it, which fell into ruin over time for various reasons, including neglect.

In 1376 (Solar Hijri), the building was identified, and the following year it was registered as number 2042 on the List of Iran's National Heritage. After restoration and renovation, the mansion resumed its cultural activity under the name "Negarkhaneh Barg" and is now used as an art centre for visual art exhibitions, cultural gatherings and artistic events. Negarkhaneh Barg is a symbol of the revival of historic buildings for contemporary cultural uses in Tehran.