biography
HARALAMPI G. OROSCHAOFF
An Artist and Writer with a compelling Mission
“The dandy and cosmopolitan Haralampi G. Oroschakoff is a secret giant of art.” (Michael Maar)
Described by Martin Mosebach as ”orthodox painter and unorthodox historian” the Austrian artist Haralampi G. Oroschakoff, a descendant of an exiled russian family, is known for his unique ability to build cultural and historical bridges between East and West. His work, which includes painting, drawing, installation and writing, is a profound exploration of identity, history and spirituality.
Born in Sofia, Bulgaria, and then raised in Vienna, Austria, the five year old Oroschakoff discovered an enthusiasm for art and Orthodox spirituality. His work is still characterised by the search for a connection between his own multicultural background and Europe’s cultural history. His artworks are known for their symbolic depth and complex iconography, combining elements from the orthodox tradition, the Russian avant-garde and Western modernism. This led to a focus on the orthodox cross – the „Doppelkreuz“, now recognizable as his brand, choosen by Hatje Cantz as the title for Oroschakoff´s monograph, published in 2016.
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An Artist and Writer with a compelling Mission
“The dandy and cosmopolitan Haralampi G. Oroschakoff is a secret giant of art.” (Michael Maar)
Described by Martin Mosebach as ”orthodox painter and unorthodox historian” the Austrian artist Haralampi G. Oroschakoff, a descendant of an exiled russian family, is known for his unique ability to build cultural and historical bridges between East and West. His work, which includes painting, drawing, installation and writing, is a profound exploration of identity, history and spirituality.
Born in Sofia, Bulgaria, and then raised in Vienna, Austria, the five year old Oroschakoff discovered an enthusiasm for art and Orthodox spirituality. His work is still characterised by the search for a connection between his own multicultural background and Europe’s cultural history. His artworks are known for their symbolic depth and complex iconography, combining elements from the orthodox tradition, the Russian avant-garde and Western modernism. This led to a focus on the orthodox cross – the „Doppelkreuz“, now recognizable as his brand, choosen by Hatje Cantz as the title for Oroschakoff´s monograph, published in 2016.
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Oroschakoff lives and works in Berlin, Vienna and on the Côte d'Azur.
He has exhibited internationally in numerous renowned galleries and museums, including the Biennale di Venezia, documenta, the Ludwig Museum in Cologne, The State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, the Mamco in Geneva and the MEM in Cannes.
His works can be found in many public collections, including MUMOK Vienna, Städtische Galerie im Lenbachhaus, Munich, Berlinische Galerie, Berlin, Museum of Modern Art, Prato/Italy, Andra Lauffs-Wegner Collection, Bad Honnef, State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, MCA Chicago.
He is also a writer and essayist, exploring topics such as cultural identity, exile and the role of art in society, in his historic work “Die Battenberg Affäre” and his recent autobiography "Das Lächeln des Emigranten".
He has made a name for himself as an artist who not only creates visually impressive works, but also stimulates profound intellectual discourse and makes a significant contribution to contemporary art and to our understanding of different cultures and traditions.
As Dieter Ronte wrote "Oroschakoff's art is being here and alienation. He is a painter, object maker, photographer, poet, but first and foremost a high reflector, actionist, ponderer. ”
He has exhibited internationally in numerous renowned galleries and museums, including the Biennale di Venezia, documenta, the Ludwig Museum in Cologne, The State Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, the Mamco in Geneva and the MEM in Cannes.
His works can be found in many public collections, including MUMOK Vienna, Städtische Galerie im Lenbachhaus, Munich, Berlinische Galerie, Berlin, Museum of Modern Art, Prato/Italy, Andra Lauffs-Wegner Collection, Bad Honnef, State Russian Museum, St. Petersburg, MCA Chicago.
He is also a writer and essayist, exploring topics such as cultural identity, exile and the role of art in society, in his historic work “Die Battenberg Affäre” and his recent autobiography "Das Lächeln des Emigranten".
He has made a name for himself as an artist who not only creates visually impressive works, but also stimulates profound intellectual discourse and makes a significant contribution to contemporary art and to our understanding of different cultures and traditions.
As Dieter Ronte wrote "Oroschakoff's art is being here and alienation. He is a painter, object maker, photographer, poet, but first and foremost a high reflector, actionist, ponderer. ”