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What He Carries (2025) Original Sculpture by Karen Axikyan

17 x 48 x 15cm (unframed) / 17 x 48cm (actual image size)

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£1,603.52

What He Carries 48x17x15cm 2.2kg Iron, travertine
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"What He Carries" is a contemplative sculpture that explores the invisible burdens, memories, and responsibilities we carry through life. The iron figure stands quietly, partially veiled by an intricate web-like structure that drapes over the body like accumulated experiences. The gesture of the raised arm suggests endurance rather than surrender—a silent acknowledgment of weight transformed into strength. Resting on a natural travertine base, the piece balances fragility and resilience, inviting viewers to reflect on the unseen stories each person bears. Rich in symbolism and emotional depth, this work speaks to perseverance, vulnerability, and the human capacity to move forward despite what remains unspoken.

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We will send the sculpture during 3 days after payment.
Delivery to USA, European countries will take 10-15 days (FAST SHIPPING).

Materials used:

iron, travertine

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What He Carries 48x17x15cm 2.2kg Iron, travertine
Come with signed certificate of authenticity.

IMPORTANT: Buyers from the USA and UK will not be charged any import taxes or customs duties for artworks.
Buyers from EU countries may be subject to a reduced import VAT, typically ranging from 5% to 10%, depending on the country.

Come with signed certificate of authenticity.

"What He Carries" is a contemplative sculpture that explores the invisible burdens, memories, and responsibilities we carry through life. The iron figure stands quietly, partially veiled by an intricate web-like structure that drapes over the body like accumulated experiences. The gesture of the raised arm suggests endurance rather than surrender—a silent acknowledgment of weight transformed into strength. Resting on a natural travertine base, the piece balances fragility and resilience, inviting viewers to reflect on the unseen stories each person bears. Rich in symbolism and emotional depth, this work speaks to perseverance, vulnerability, and the human capacity to move forward despite what remains unspoken.

Shipping and Policy:
We will send the sculpture during 3 days after payment.
Delivery to USA, European countries will take 10-15 days (FAST SHIPPING).

Materials used:

iron, travertine

Details:

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Location Armenia

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Karen Axikyan was born in Yerevan, Armenia in 1963. He always likes art and lives in it. During different periods of his life Karen Axikyan was interested in different spheres... Read more

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