# Iranian Despot Decor The Ayatollah Khomeini Wall Hanging is the Reason for the Season By Robyn Currie | Published 2009-10-21 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ayatollah-khomeini-wall-hanging References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=30774668&ref=sr_gallery_13&&ga_search_query=Iran&ga_search_type=handmade&ga_page=&order=date_desc&includes) You know what would make a [great birthday present](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-gift-boxes)? A really nice car. But if you don’t want to spend that, then how about an Ayatollah Khomeini Wall Hanging? It is truly the gift that keeps on giving. Despite the fact that the great Iranian leader bears a striking resemblance to Sean Connery, or that he was perhaps the most hated man in America at the time, the Ayatollah Khomeini Wall Hanging is classic. Imagine Grandma’s face when she opens it on [Christmas morning](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/little-me-ornaments). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Controversial Gifting:** Disruptive innovation opportunities lie in creating unique and polarizing gifts that generate conversation and controversy. - **Political Iconography:** There is potential for disruptive innovation in the design and production of political-themed home decor and accessories. - **Nostalgic Memes:** The adoption and reimagining of iconic figures from history as humorous or satirical wall hangings presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the e-commerce space. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gift Market:** Disruptive innovation opportunities exist for retailers targeting the gift market by offering unconventional and attention-grabbing products. - **Home Decor:** Innovative home decor companies have the chance to disrupt the industry by creating controversial and conversation-starting wall hangings. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunities are present in the e-commerce sector, particularly for niche platforms that specialize in unique and niche wall hangings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Disco-Inspired Hanging Planter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disco-ball-plant-hanger.md) - [Iranian Fabric Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iranian-fabric-design.md) - [Hilarious Donut-Inspired Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donutinspired-candle.md) - [Sandwich-Inspired 70s Decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schlotzskys-sandwich-studio-line.md) - [Perfume Bottle Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfume-bottle-ornaments.md) - [Personalized Pet-Inspired Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/petinspired-ornament.md) - [Complimentary Fried Chicken Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-chicken-ornament.md) - [Auto-Inspired Decor Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cameo-1.md) - [Boxed Wine Lawn Ornaments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lawn-inflatablecab.md)