Cedric Koukjian
Cedric Koukjian | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1985 Beirut, Lebanon |
| Nationality | Italian |
| Known for | Sculptures |
| Style | Post modernist |
Cedric Koukjian (born 1985) is an industrial designer and sculptor based in Geneva,[1] known for his monumental sculptures. His works explores themes of unity, resilience, and the bonds that shape societies and individuals.[2][3] He frequently incorporates the motif of the chain [4] which he has used in various sculptures made from materials such as steel, marble, and granite. Several of his works have been installed in public spaces [5] including permanent sculptures in Cologny[6][7] and Bikfaya,[8][9] as well as a permanent sculpture in the collection of Beit Beirut Museum in Lebanon. His works have been presented at several art exhibitions including the 2022 outdoor sculpture show in Gstaad.[10][11]
Early life and education
Cedric Koukjian was born in Beirut. Koukjian pursued a Bachelor's degree in Economics and International Relations at the University of the West of England (UWE), graduating in 2007. He later obtained a GIA certification in Bangkok. Today Koukjian lives in Geneva.[12]
Career
Notable Works
- Link (series): A series of smaller sculptures exploring the theme of connection through chains carved from a single block of stone.[5]
- Liaison'(2020): A 2.6-meter hand-hammered stainless steel sculpture installed in Cologny.[6]
- Liaison Hyperion (2022): A 3-meter hand-hammered stainless steel sculpture installed in Cologny.
- Liaison Ba'al (2023): A 3.5-meter sculpture installed in Faqra. Crafted in hand-hammered stainless steel.
- X-Link (2023): A 4.5-meter permanent installation in Cologny.
- Chaîne de Lumière (2025): A 4.6-meter permanent sculpture installed in Bikfaya.[8]
- Liaison SAWA (2025): A 4.6-meter permanent sculpture installed atop the Beit Beirut museum.
References
- ^ "Esculpiendo sueños". Architectural Digest Spain: Las mejores casas del mundo (in Spanish). No. 195. April 2024. pp. 80–81.
- ^ Barro, Cécile (November 21, 2024). "L'Art du Léopard: Portrait de créateur, Cedric Koukjian". Le Carougeois (in French). p. 5.
- ^ Annikka, Olsen (April 29, 2022). "Spotlight: Geneva-Based Artist Cedric Koukjian Turns Steel, Marble, and Other Materials Into Sculptures That Symbolize the Human Bond". Artnet news.
- ^ "It's all connected". Gstaad Life. August 5, 2022.
- ^ a b Blanca Burri, "Granit, Harz, Metall und ein Maler," Anzeiger von Saanen, July 5, 2022. anzeigervonsaanen.ch
- ^ a b Cologny. "Cedric Koukjian: Liaison". Commune de Cologny.
- ^ Gautier le Berre, Catherine (February 10, 2020). "Une nouvelle œuvre d'art prend ses quartiers sur le giratoire de Cologny" (PDF). Tribune Rives Lac - La Tribune de Genève.
- ^ a b Addiyar (January 20, 2025). "نصب تمثال "سلسلة الضوء" في بكفيا - لبنان". Addiyar newspaper.
- ^ MTV Lebanon (March 16, 2025). "وزير الثقافة: للبنان دور أساسي كصلة وصل بين الشعوب والثقافات". MTV Lebanon.
- ^ Artnet spotlight. "Spotlight: Father and Son Artists Pierre and Cedric Koukjian Experiment With Scale and Materials for New Show in Gstaad". Artnet spotlight.
- ^ Split Window exhibition. "Kunst bulletin". Kunst bulletin.
- ^ Doyle, Jessica (April 30, 2024). "Why Pierre and Cedric Koukjian Are an Art Duo To Have on Your Radar". Architectural Digest Middle East.