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

Gevork Zakharovich Bashinjagyan (1857 - 1925)
Gevork Zakharovich Bashinjagyan
1857 - 1925
Vardges Akopovich Surenyants (1860 - 1921)
Vardges Akopovich Surenyants
1860 - 1921
Lado Gudiashvili (1896 - 1980)
Lado Gudiashvili
1896 - 1980
Moses Ivanovich Toidze (1871 - 1953)
Moses Ivanovich Toidze
1871 - 1953
Georgy Bogdanovich Yakulov (1884 - 1928)
Georgy Bogdanovich Yakulov
1884 - 1928
Olga Nikolayevna Sacharoff (1889 - 1967)
Olga Nikolayevna Sacharoff
1889 - 1967
Irakli Moiseevich Toidze (1902 - 1985)
Irakli Moiseevich Toidze
1902 - 1985
Koba (Kukuri) Elgudzhevich Guruli (1930 - 2010)
Koba (Kukuri) Elgudzhevich Guruli
1930 - 2010
Vasily Ivanovich Shukhaev (1887 - 1973)
Vasily Ivanovich Shukhaev
1887 - 1973
Igor' Glebovich Makarevich (1943)
Igor' Glebovich Makarevich
1943
Eduard Georgievich Bragovsky (1923 - 2010)
Eduard Georgievich Bragovsky
1923 - 2010
Gevorg Stepanovich Grigoryan (1897 - 1976)
Gevorg Stepanovich Grigoryan
1897 - 1976
Alexander Pavlovich Bubnov (1908 - 1964)
Alexander Pavlovich Bubnov
1908 - 1964
George Guraspashvili (1959)
George Guraspashvili
1959
Georgy Vartanovich Frangulyan (1945)
Georgy Vartanovich Frangulyan
1945
Ucha Malakievich Japaridze (1906 - 1988)
Ucha Malakievich Japaridze
1906 - 1988

Creators Avant-garde

Erik Andriesse (1957 - 1993)
Erik Andriesse
1957 - 1993
Florine Stettheimer (1871 - 1944)
Florine Stettheimer
1871 - 1944
Roger Brown (1941 - 1997)
Roger Brown
1941 - 1997
André Dunoyer de Segonzac (1884 - 1974)
André Dunoyer de Segonzac
1884 - 1974
Christian Peschke (1946 - 2017)
Christian Peschke
1946 - 2017
Aristarkh Vasilyevich Lentulov (1882 - 1943)
Aristarkh Vasilyevich Lentulov
1882 - 1943
Shakir Ali (1914 - 1975)
Shakir Ali
1914 - 1975
Jean-Robert Ipoustéguy (1920 - 2006)
Jean-Robert Ipoustéguy
1920 - 2006
Armando Marino (1968)
Armando Marino
1968
Alexey Vasilievich Mozhaev (1921 - 1994)
Alexey Vasilievich Mozhaev
1921 - 1994
Manabu Mabe (1924 - 1997)
Manabu Mabe
1924 - 1997
Jakob Weidemann (1923 - 2001)
Jakob Weidemann
1923 - 2001
Angelo Dall'Oca Bianca (1858 - 1942)
Angelo Dall'Oca Bianca
1858 - 1942
Valentin Viktorovich Nikonov (XX century)
Valentin Viktorovich Nikonov
XX century
Helmut Maletzke (1920 - 2017)
Helmut Maletzke
1920 - 2017
Louise Vidal (1876 - 1918)
Louise Vidal
1876 - 1918
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