A Georgian Set Designer and Avant-Garde Visionary (1894-1943) Iraklii Gamrekeli, a name now synonymous with the boldest expressions of Georgian stage design in the interwar period, was more than simply a set designer; he was a revolutionary artist who fundamentally reshaped the theatrical landscape. Born on May 5th, 1894, in Gori, a small town nestled in the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains, Gamrekeli’s artistic journey began with an early fascination for illustration and a keen eye for detail – nurtured initially by his exposure to the intricate goldsmithing traditions of his region. Thi…