Akdeniz, Metal sculpture in Beyoğlu, Turkey
The Akdeniz statue consists of 112 equally spaced metal strips forming a figure of a woman with open arms at İstiklal Avenue.
Originally erected at Büyükdere Avenue in 1980, the statue earned sculptor İlhan Koman the Sedat Simavi Foundation Visual Arts Award in 1981.
The sculpture represents the Mediterranean Sea through its flowing form and demonstrates the integration of modern art in Istanbul's urban landscape.
Located at the Yapı Kredi Culture Center, visitors can explore numerous galleries and cafes in the surrounding Beyoğlu district.
The design employs a paper cutting and folding technique translated into metal, resulting in a 4.5-tonne structure that creates varying visual effects.
Location: Istanbul
Creator: İlhan Koman
Made from material: metal
GPS coordinates: 41.03312,28.97712
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:14
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