Haj Hossein Agha Malek, great Iranian philanthropist and founder of the Malek National Library and Museum, a treasure trove of Iranian art and history.
Notable Works
Founded Malek National Library and Museum, collected thousands of manuscripts and artworks
Fun Facts
The Malek Museum in Tehran Bazaar is one of the most valuable private art collections in Iran. He lived to 101 years and endowed his entire fortune to Iranian culture.
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