Avedissian, Chant
Patterns, Costumes and Stencils
- ISBN 13:
- 9780863566790
- author:
- Avedissian, Chant
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Saqi Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 210mm X 210mm
- Genre:
- Individual artists
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Chant Avedissian's work reflects the diverse cultures and traditions that have influenced his art. His vibrant textiles and graphic designs draw inspiration from Rajasthan's colorful fabrics, Samarkand's glazed bricks, and Egyptian magazine covers from the 1960s. Avedissian's iconoclastic images probe ideas of consumerism, art, and propaganda, creativity, rights, tradition, and modernity. Born in Cairo, Avedissian continues to provoke through his work, which has been exhibited at prominent institutions including the British Museum, the Smithsonian Institution, and the National Gallery of Jordan. This book showcases Avedissian's unique perspective on design and art, offering a glimpse into his creative process and artistic vision.