Yervand Kochar (1899 - 1979) - photo 1

Yervand Kochar

Yervand Kochar (Russian: Ерванд Семёнович Кочар) was an Armenian sculptor and modern artist, renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to the 20th-century art world, particularly as a pioneer of the Painting in Space art movement. Born in Tbilisi, Georgia, in 1899, Kochar's artistic journey led him from his native land to Paris, where his innovative works earned him critical acclaim and a place alongside other avant-garde artists. His creations, characterized by a dynamic blend of sculpture and painting, sought to introduce time as a fourth dimension to art, presenting a novel way of perceiving artistic expressions​​.

Kochar's most celebrated works, such as the statues of David of Sassoun and Vardan Mamikonian, have become emblematic of Armenian heritage, symbolizing the enduring spirit and cultural richness of Armenia. His masterpiece in painting, "Disasters of War," alongside other significant works, underscores his versatility and mastery over different mediums​​. The Yervand Kochar Museum in Yerevan, Armenia, serves as a testament to his enduring legacy, housing a vast collection of his works and offering insights into his artistic evolution and the profound impact of his contributions to modern art​.

For art collectors and experts, Kochar's work represents not only a pivotal moment in the history of modern art but also an opportunity to engage with the rich tapestry of Armenian cultural identity. His innovative approach to form, space, and time continues to inspire new generations of artists and art aficionados worldwide.

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Date and place of birt:15 june 1899, Tbilisi, Russian Empire
Date and place of death:22 january 1979, Yerevan, USSR
Nationality:Georgia, France, Armenia, USSR, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XX century
Specialization:Artist, Graphic artist, Painter, Sculptor
Genre:Portrait, Still life
Art style:Cubism, Modern art, Surrealism, Avant-garde, Contemporary art, Symbolism

Creators Georgia

 Sergey Iosifovich Paradzhanov (1924 - 1990)
Sergey Iosifovich Paradzhanov
1924 - 1990
Sergey Solomonovich Kobuladze (1909 - 1978)
Sergey Solomonovich Kobuladze
1909 - 1978
Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Bazhbeuk-Melikyan (1891 - 1966)
Aleksandr Aleksandrovich Bazhbeuk-Melikyan
1891 - 1966
Gayane Levonovna Khachaturyan (1942 - 2009)
Gayane Levonovna Khachaturyan
1942 - 2009
Georgy Vartanovich Frangulyan (1945)
Georgy Vartanovich Frangulyan
1945
Alexei Ivanovich Vepkhvadze (1921 - 1982)
Alexei Ivanovich Vepkhvadze
1921 - 1982
Vladimir Afanasyevich Rozmainsky (1885 - 1943)
Vladimir Afanasyevich Rozmainsky
1885 - 1943
Elguja Davidovich Amashukeli (1928 - 2002)
Elguja Davidovich Amashukeli
1928 - 2002
Ilia Mikhailovich Zdanevich (1894 - 1975)
Ilia Mikhailovich Zdanevich
1894 - 1975
Moses Ivanovich Toidze (1871 - 1953)
Moses Ivanovich Toidze
1871 - 1953
Kirill Mikhaylovich Zdanevich (1892 - 1969)
Kirill Mikhaylovich Zdanevich
1892 - 1969
Yakov Ivanovich Nikoladze (1876 - 1951)
Yakov Ivanovich Nikoladze
1876 - 1951
Vladimir Alekseevich Milashevsky (1893 - 1976)
Vladimir Alekseevich Milashevsky
1893 - 1976
Ketevan Konstantinovna Magalashvili (1894 - 1973)
Ketevan Konstantinovna Magalashvili
1894 - 1973
Akop Mkrtumovich Ovnatanyan (1806 - 1881)
Akop Mkrtumovich Ovnatanyan
1806 - 1881
Levon Konstantinovich Lazarev (1928 - 2004)
Levon Konstantinovich Lazarev
1928 - 2004

Creators Avant-garde

Frederik Molenschot (1981)
Frederik Molenschot
1981
Marco Breuer (1966)
Marco Breuer
1966
Huang Yan (1966)
Huang Yan
1966
Edward John Hughes (1913 - 2007)
Edward John Hughes
1913 - 2007
Edward Krasinski (1925 - 2004)
Edward Krasinski
1925 - 2004
Alexander Ernst Voigt (1981)
Alexander Ernst Voigt
1981
Nikos Nikolaou (1909 - 1986)
Nikos Nikolaou
1909 - 1986
Margaret MacDonald Mackintosh (1864 - 1933)
Margaret MacDonald Mackintosh
1864 - 1933
Vittorio Zecchin (1878 - 1947)
Vittorio Zecchin
1878 - 1947
 MP & MP Rosado (1971)
MP & MP Rosado
1971
Wolfgang Schmidt (1966)
Wolfgang Schmidt
1966
Milton Glaser (1929 - 2020)
Milton Glaser
1929 - 2020
Bryan Wynter (1915 - 1975)
Bryan Wynter
1915 - 1975
Ugo La Pietra (1938)
Ugo La Pietra
1938
Stefan Szczesny (1951)
Stefan Szczesny
1951
Wynn Bullock (1902 - 1975)
Wynn Bullock
1902 - 1975
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