Gala Held at London Natural History Museum for İKSV Young Artists Fund
The Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts organized a special gala in London to provide additional resources and support the productions of young artists.
A gala night was held at the London Natural History Museum in aid of the Young Artists Fund, established by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts to support the artwork production and international circulation of young artists.
Gala Night Held in London
The Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts organized a fundraising gala at the London Natural History Museum to expand the Young Artists Fund, which it uses to support the artwork production and international circulation of young artists.
At the event held on October 10, many prominent figures from the business and art worlds came together to participate in support activities for young artists.
Supporters and Sponsors of the Night
Istanbul Portföy contributed to the night as the Gala Sponsor, with Eren Holding as the Performance Sponsor and Beylerbeyi supporting as a partner.
The event, attended by İKSV Board of Trustees Chairman Ömer Koç and İKSV Board of Directors Chairman Bülent Eczacıbaşı, was enlivened by the presentation of actor Halit Ergenç.
Christie's Benefit Auction and Donations
A benefit auction was held for the fund with the support of Christie's, one of the world's leading auction houses.
The auction, conducted by Christie's International Director Beatriz Ordovas, featured works by Erol Akyavaş, Burçak Bingöl, Tayfun Erdoğmuş, Mehmet Güleryüz, İhsan Cemal Karaburçak, and Azade Köker.
Four-Year Success of the Fund and Resources Provided
In his speech at the night, Bülent Eczacıbaşı stated that the fund was established in 2022 and that 560,000 euros in resources had been transferred to 150 young artists in four years.
Approximately 310,000 British Pounds in additional resources were provided to the fund through the benefit auction and donations.
Event Concluding with a Concert
The meaningful gala night, which brought together the culture and art worlds, concluded with a concert given by artist Aşkın Nur Yengi accompanied by her orchestra.