BAHMAN DADKHAH
Artist, painter, sculptor and illustrator, Bahman Dadkhah is born in Iran in 1941. He seeked refuge in France in 1984 to flee the new regime. His sculptures representing the political repression in his home country drew inspiration from figurative sculptors from the beginning of the 20th century especially from the artists of the French avant-garde following World War II. His furniture is meant to be a sculptural work and can easily be recognized to its sleek aesthetic associated with organic details that are reminiscent of Alberto and Diego Giacometti.
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From his studio at Ainay-le-Château, he commits to create pieces conveying a romantic idea of nature thanks to an everlasting symbolism. Being influenced by the natural world, Bahman Dadkhah chose the tie as a recurring pattern in his work.
His pieces are made out of bronze thanks to the lost-wax technique, and are cast in France by the Gourcuff foundry. The original bronze casts come from a limited series of eight numbered pieces and four additional artist’s proofs. His craft and meticulousness are best expressed in his delicate carving of every details underlined by the exceptional quality of his patina.
As a world-renowned artist, he has created pieces that are collected by those close to the Iranian imperial family, but also by American and European connoisseurs.
That is why Aline Chastel decided to highlight Bahman Dadkhah works ensuring continuity with her selection of pieces from famous 20th century designers.
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