Challenging Journey (2024) Sculpture by Karen Axikyan
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Seller Narinart Armgallery
- Stone on Other substrate
- Dimensions Height 18.9in, Width 9.5in / 4.00 kg
- Artwork's condition The artwork is in perfect condition
- Fit for outdoor? Yes, This artwork can be displayed outdoor
- Categories Everyday Life
Weight: 2.3 kg
Medium: Iron, Tufa, Perlite
Year: 2023
Description:
"Challenging Journey" is a dynamic sculpture that embodies the spirit of perseverance and strength. Fashioned from iron, tufa, and perlite, this piece stands 48 cm tall, a testament to the resilience within its 2.3 kg heft. The sculpture depicts a figure in motion, a stride that resonates with the momentum of pushing forward against all odds.
The intricacy of the ironwork captures a sense of fluidity within rigidity, reflecting the complex nature of any challenging age. Each twist of metal is like the turning of a path or a thought, winding and unpredictable. The figure, poised upon blocks of tufa and perlite, suggests the stepping stones of life's journey — each one a milestone of the trials and triumphs that define our existence.
This work is not just a visual spectacle but a tactile experience. The rough texture of tufa contrasts with the smooth, cold iron, inviting the viewer to ponder the dichotomy of our own journeys — the rugged paths we traverse and the inner strength we harness.
"Challenging Journey" is a powerful representation of the human condition, evoking a sense of empathy and reflection. It is an ideal piece for those who appreciate art that speaks to the fortitude of the human spirit and the complex beauty of our continuous quest for growth.
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Karen Axikyan, a contemporary Armenian sculptor, has navigated various realms of artistic expression throughout different periods of his life. His artistic journey began with oil paintings, then expanded to the creation of exquisite batik scarves before eventually immersing himself in the captivating world of sculptures. Axikyan's diverse interests within the sphere of art reflect an unwavering ion for creative exploration.
Over the past 15 years, Karen Axikyan has devoted himself to crafting remarkable metal sculptures, forming what seems like a vast zoo of different and wild animals. His sculptures emanate a unique emotional quality, with each piece seemingly determining its own expression, an approach that adds an element of spontaneity to his creative process. Despite lacking formal cultural education, Axikyan's artistic sensibilities were nurtured by a neighboring artist, whose work served as a guiding influence during his formative years.
For Karen Axikyan, metal serves as a transformative instrument, allowing him to convey his emotional states through the medium of sculpture. The act of creating these intricate metal pieces becomes a cathartic experience, cleansing his soul in the process. His latest collection, aptly named "Little World," features sculptures of diminutive size, small enough to be cradled in the palm of one's hand.
Axikyan's artistic contributions have been showcased extensively across the country, and his sculptures have earned a place in the permanent collection of the National Gallery of Armenia.
- Nationality: ARMENIA
- Date of birth : 1963
- Artistic domains: Represented by a Gallery,
- Groups: Artists presented by a gallery
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