GRIGORIOS ILARIDIS
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"Spartan Spoils," a 3D collage mixed-media sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery in Antwerp. This artwork features a bare-chested warrior figure with a red neon Spartan helmet, holding a spear. Three elements protrude the acrylic collage: a blue dragon head with a golden horn on the right shoulder, a black police cap held in the right hand, and a gold-leafed ram’s head with a golden fleece on the left elbow. The warrior’s legs are painted blue, resembling ballet tights. Materials include acrylic, resin, metal, and neon. Dimensions: 190 x 95 x 10 cm.
"Golden Fleece," 2024, lightbox-style sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. A diamond-quilted golden fleece cutout rests on an opaque white plexiglass background, backlit by warm LED lighting that enhances texture and creates a relic-like aura. Framed in black wood, the artwork blends mythological significance with contemporary design. Dimensions: 68 x 95 x 7 cm.
"Oral Tradition I," acrylic resin mask sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery in Antwerp. This magenta mask with a purple shadow portrays a cyclops figure with a peacock feather for an eye, wearing a black police cap with a mirrorplexi Greek-style heraldic crest. A yellow snake emerges from the mouth, splitting in two at the end of the beard. Made of acrylic, resin, and plexiglass. Dimensions: 60 x 40 x 11 cm.
"Oral Tradition II," a matte black mask sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery in Antwerp. This mask has a Medusa-like quality, featuring a protruding pink tongue, a turquoise bow, and shiny black polyurethane wings framing the hairline. A silver tape band covers the eyes, and a small silver coin depicting Homer sits on the tongue. Materials include acrylic, resin, polyurethane, and silver leaf. Dimensions: 55 x 65 x 13 cm.
Oral Tradition III" a satyr-inspired sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery in Antwerp. The mask is painted white, with serpent-like eyebrows, upward-looking eyes, and a head bump. It has a single golden tooth decorated with a brass chalice and acrylic diamond, while a purple cat face appears inside the open mouth. Made from acrylic, resin, and brass. Dimensions: 62 x 47 x 12 cm.
"Wisdom in Orbit,” 2024, a sculptural artwork by contemporary artist Grigorios Ilaridis, displayed at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. This piece features three white resin owls arranged in a circular formation on a purple wooden base, each owl gazing inward and adorned with a mirrored acrylic star on its forehead. The owls hold a vibrant red acrylic fig leaf between them, symbolizing wisdom and unity. Dimensions: 145 x 50 x 50 cm.
“7x360°,” 2024, wall-mounted installation by Grigorios Ilaridis. Seven red transparent acrylic fig leaves cascade on a horizontal metal rod. Each leaf has larger circular cutouts, creating a stair-step effect. Displayed on a white wall, the minimalist design emphasizes light interaction and vibrant red hues. Materials: Metal, red transparent plexiglass. Dimensions: 18 x 14 x 50 cm
“Byzantine Conundrum,” 2024, a mixed-media sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis. This collage-based sculpture features a 2D headless figure inspired by the Greek hero Heracles, positioned against a black metal grid. A neon purple halo encircles the missing head, inspired by Byzantine iconography. Three prominent 3D elements protrude from the figure: a white plaster club, which the figure seemingly leans on in contraposto, in the right hand, a plaster left hand gripping a 2D red acrylic "poisoned apple" that gives the illusion to be hanging from a string that originates mid-air above the sculpture, and a plaster lion’s head, protruding from the lionskin draped around the arm holding the apple. The upper part of the figure transitions from human into green bronze legs, adding texture and depth, while the white protruding elements contrast dynamically with the bright 2D collage base. Dimensions: 205 x 95 x 60 cm.
"Hippocrene Gargle," a sculptural work by Grigorios Ilaridis, showcases a mythological pegasus-hippocampus hybrid standing atop a white elliptical wooden pedestal with a turquoise patinated brass surface. This full view highlights the vibrant red transparent plexiglass wings, which contrast the robust white resin structure. Dimensions: 125 x 115 x 60 cm. Exhibited at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp.
"Rub Me the Right Way," a sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis, displayed at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. This pigmented paraffin resembling a contemporary sphinx in the series of Louise Bourgeois features a missing right paw and an ultramarine blue metal rod replacing the left, ending in a clawed sphinx paw. Adorned with red and blue scale-patterned armor, balloon-like polyurethane wings, and a crowned polycarbonate head with a blood-red tear, this work reimagines mythological themes with a contemporary lens. Dimensions: 172 x 75 x 82 cm.
Exhibition view of “KΛEOΣ” (kleos), a solo show by contemporary artist Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp, 2024. The exhibition showcases multiple sculptures and mixed-media works, including "Oral Tradition I,II,III" and “Wisdom in Orbit”.
Exhibition view of “KΛEOΣ” (kleos), 2024 – A solo show by contemporary artist Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. The image features "Oral Tradition I, II, and III", displayed side by side against a white wall, emphasizing their intricate details and thematic cohesion within the exhibition's exploration of storytelling and legacy
"Wisdom in Orbit,” 2024, a sculptural artwork by contemporary artist Grigorios Ilaridis, displayed at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. This piece features three white resin owls arranged in a circular formation on a purple wooden base, each owl gazing inward and adorned with a mirrored acrylic star on its forehead. The owls hold a vibrant red acrylic fig leaf between them, symbolizing wisdom and unity. Dimensions: 145 x 50 x 50 cm.
"Oral Tradition I," acrylic resin mask sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery in Antwerp. This magenta mask with a purple shadow portrays a cyclops figure with a peacock feather for an eye, wearing a black police cap with a mirrorplexi Greek-style heraldic crest. A yellow snake emerges from the mouth, splitting in two at the end of the beard. Made of acrylic, resin, and plexiglass. Dimensions: 60 x 40 x 11 cm.
"Oral Tradition II," a matte black mask sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery in Antwerp. This mask has a Medusa-like quality, featuring a protruding pink tongue, a turquoise bow, and shiny black polyurethane wings framing the hairline. A silver tape band covers the eyes, and a small silver coin depicting Homer sits on the tongue. Materials include acrylic, resin, polyurethane, and silver leaf. Dimensions: 55 x 65 x 13 cm.
Oral Tradition III" a satyr-inspired sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery in Antwerp. The mask is painted white, with serpent-like eyebrows, upward-looking eyes, and a head bump. It has a single golden tooth decorated with a brass chalice and acrylic diamond, while a purple cat face appears inside the open mouth. Made from acrylic, resin, and brass. Dimensions: 62 x 47 x 12 cm.
Exhibition view of “KΛEOΣ” (kleos), a solo show by contemporary artist Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp, 2024. The exhibition showcases multiple sculptures and mixed-media works, including "Rub Me The Right Way" and “Golden Fleece”.
"Golden Fleece," 2024, lightbox-style sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. A diamond-quilted golden fleece cutout rests on an opaque white plexiglass background, backlit by warm LED lighting that enhances texture and creates a relic-like aura. Framed in black wood, the artwork blends mythological significance with contemporary design. Dimensions: 68 x 95 x 7 cm.
Exhibition view of “KΛEOΣ” (kleos), a solo show by contemporary artist Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp, 2024. The exhibition showcases multiple sculptures and mixed-media works, including "Spartan Spoils" and “Rub Me the Right Way”.
"Spartan Spoils," a 3D collage mixed-media sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery in Antwerp. This artwork features a bare-chested warrior figure with a red neon Spartan helmet, holding a spear. Three elements protrude the acrylic collage: a blue dragon head with a golden horn on the right shoulder, a black police cap held in the right hand, and a gold-leafed ram’s head with a golden fleece on the left elbow. The warrior’s legs are painted blue, resembling ballet tights. Materials include acrylic, resin, metal, and neon. Dimensions: 190 x 95 x 10 cm.
“7x360°,” 2024, wall-mounted installation by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. Seven red transparent acrylic fig leaves cascade on a horizontal metal rod. Each leaf has larger circular cutouts, creating a stair-step effect. Displayed on a white wall, the minimalist design emphasizes light interaction and vibrant red hues. Materials: Metal, red transparent plexiglass. Dimensions: 18 x 14 x 50 cm
"Rub Me the Right Way," sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis, exhibited at Base-Alpha Gallery in Antwerp. This acrylic resin sphinx figure features a missing right front paw, with the left paw replaced by an ultramarine blue metal rod ending in a clawed sphinx paw. The armor is crafted with red and blue scale patterns, and two white breasts protrude on the chest, one adorned with a red coin depicting Homer’s head. A tail wraps around the left hind leg, and balloon-like polyurethane wings extend from the spine. The 2D polycarbonate head shows a crowned female figure with a blood-red tear. Dimensions: 172 x 75 x 82 cm.
"Hippocrene Gargle,” 2024, white resin sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. A mythological pegasus-hippocampus hybrid stands on a white elliptical wooden pedestal with a turquoise patinated brass surface. Delicate wings with red transparent plexiglass lining add color and lightness. Dimensions: 125 x 115 x 60 cm.
Exhibition view of “KΛEOΣ” (kleos), a solo show by contemporary artist Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp, 2024. The exhibition showcases multiple sculptures and mixed-media works, including "Hippocrene Gargle" and “Byzantine Conundrum”.
“Byzantine Conundrum,” 2024, a mixed-media sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. This collage-based sculpture features a 2D headless figure inspired by the Greek hero Heracles, positioned against a black metal grid. A neon purple halo encircles the missing head, inspired by Byzantine iconography. Three prominent 3D elements protrude from the figure: a white plaster club, which the figure seemingly leans on in contraposto, in the right hand, a plaster left hand gripping a 2D red acrylic "poisoned apple" that gives the illusion to be hanging from a string that originates mid-air above the sculpture, and a plaster lion’s head, protruding from the lionskin draped around the arm holding the apple. The upper part of the figure transitions from human into green bronze legs, adding texture and depth, while the white protruding elements contrast dynamically with the bright 2D collage base. Dimensions: 205 x 95 x 60 cm.
Exhibition view of “KΛEOΣ” (kleos), a solo show by contemporary artist Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp, 2024. The exhibition showcases multiple sculptures and mixed-media works, including "Hippocrene Gargle" and “Byzantine Conundrum”.
“Forbidden Fruit,” 2024, wall-mounted artwork by Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp. A red transparent rectangular plexiglass panel with a laser-etched sliced pomegranate design and six missing seeds represented by circular holes. The panel is mounted away from the wall with four matte silver rods, creating a floating effect and highlighting its translucent quality. Materials: Metal, red transparent plexiglass. Dimensions: 15 x 16 x 3.5 cm.
Exhibition view of “KΛEOΣ” (kleos), a solo show by contemporary artist Grigorios Ilaridis at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp, 2024. The exhibition showcases multiple sculptures and mixed-media works, including "Hippocrene Gargle" and “Forbidden Fruit”.
Exhibition view of “Art Brussels 2024” , a group art fair presentation including contemporary artists Grigorios Ilaridis, Nadia Naveau, Geoffrey de Beer, Veronika Pot at Art Brussels, Brussels Expo, 2024. The exhibition showcases multiple sculptures of Grigorios Ilaridis, including "Hippocrene Gargle" and “Byzantine Conundrum”.
Detail of 'Byzantine Conundrum', 2023.
Exhibition view of “Art Brussels 2024”, a group art fair presentation including contemporary artists Grigorios Ilaridis, Nadia Naveau, Yorgos Maraziotis, Veronika Pot at Art Brussels, Brussels Expo, 2024. The exhibition showcases multiple sculptures of Grigorios Ilaridis, including "Hippocrene Gargle", “Byzantine Conundrum” and "Double Act: Jokers and Sobbers".
"Double Act: Jokers and Sobbers," 2023 – A sculpture by Grigorios Ilaridis showcased at Art Brussels 2024 with Base-Alpha Gallery. This striking artwork features a white plaster putti figure in a bent-over pose, extending its arm to hold a two-dimensional mirrorplexi Greek theatre mask. The hand of the figure pierces through the mask's mouth, reaching toward the viewer, creating a dynamic interplay of classical motifs and contemporary reflection. Materials: Acrylic, plaster. Dimensions: 55 x 24 x 42 cm.
"Hippocrene Gargle," a sculptural work by Grigorios Ilaridis. This white resin sculpture depicts a mythological pegasus-hippocampus hybrid, standing atop a white elliptical wooden pedestal with a turquoise patinated brass surface. The creature features delicately crafted wings with red transparent plexiglass inside lining, adding color and a sense of lightness to the robust form. This sculptural piece blends different interpretations of classic mythical themes with contemporary materials and finishing. Dimensions: 125 x 115 x 60 cm. Exhibited at Base-Alpha Gallery, Antwerp.
Detail of 'Byzantine Conundrum', 2023.