Self: The Crucible
Identity
George Petrides
1964 – Today
Artist's Statement
The melting point of the exhibition, this piece materializes inner alchemy. It is here that generational trauma and psychic tension are welcomed, burned, and transmuted. The tormented material bears witness to the intense effort of conversion: transforming the lead of history into creative gold to liberate the future.
Historical Context
1990s–2000s — New York / Athens: Post-conflict; he confronts transgenerational trauma, names the ghosts, and clears the path for those who follow.
Universal Values
Culture and health: Art as a catalyst for collective healing and mental well-being.
Creation Date
2024 (Version II)
Materials
Mixed media (3D-printed body in PETG from recycled medical waste, covered with epoxy clay, metal powder, resin, pigments, and acids)
Dimensions
H. 91 x D. 55 cm
