Father
The Captain

Name of Family Member
Captain Christos Petrides

Artist Statement
"Archon is inspired by my father, a sea captain— a figure of leadership, clear vision, decision-making. As described above, his childhood was marked by scarcity and threat, and his adult conviction that survival depends on keeping one’s eyes open and prioritizing his family’s safety. These values were passed on to me, with little tolerance for self-indulgence: there were high expectations in every respect.

As to the sculpture: the word 'archon' means 'ruler' or 'leader,' and the sculpture reflects that: a heavy brow and concentrated gaze, occasionally austere.

Archon shows another way trauma travels. Archon, like Thalia, has spawned variations that have found their way to many cities around the world. The largest one is the monumental Constantine Regarding the Cross, in Southampton, NY."

History & Setting
1960s–1970s — Sailing the High Seas: sea trade and migration; he crosses oceans to build fortune, then returns with stability earned by risk.

Global Value Alignment
Social Transformation: Aligned with UNESCO MOST (Management of Social Transformations).

Sculpture Completion
2024 (Version II)

Material
Mixed media (body 3D-printed using PETG from medical packaging waste on to which is epoxy clay, ground metal with resin/catalyst, pigments and acids are applied)

Dimensions
89 cm (h) x 57 cm (d)

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