IN BETWEEN LONDON & ISTANBUL
Our Vision
Maison Pavone is a curatorial platform founded in between London & Istanbul, championing emerging artists, shaping cultural identities for brands, and bridging art into spaces where life happens. Guided by a curatorial eye and deep belief that art is a way of seeing, we create the conditions for new voices to be heard, and for the right works to find the right people.
About Us
Maison Pavone was founded by Asmin D. Yuksel, a curator and creative operating in between London & Istanbul. With a background in curatorial studies and a deep rootedness in both cities cultural scenes, Asmin established Maison Pavone as a platform for emerging artists who deserve to be seen.
We work with young artists, forward thinking brands, and cultural spaces to deliver a multidisciplinary approach to the arts by seamlessly integrating expert advisory, creative direction, and site-specific curatorial projects into refined physical environments.
Offering a considered, research-led approach for individuals, prestigious brands, and institutions, we are guided by the profound belief that art is a way of seeing. Maison Pavone brings together artists, artworks, and environments with pure intention. Each project is shaped by careful listening, cultural awareness, and a deep respect for both contemporary practice and artistic heritage.
Our Philosophy: The Spirit of the Pavone
The pavone (peacock) is a living tapestry woven from the golden threads of ancient myth and celestial elegance. Across the vast history of human civilization, this creature has been revered as a shimmering bridge between the earthly and the divine. In the grand courts of Persia, the pavone was the ultimate emblem of majesty, moving as a guardian of royalty.
In the romantic mysticism of the East, it serves as a profound symbol of transmutation and spiritual alchemy. Buddhist traditions whisper of its unique ability to consume poisonous plants and, through a silent inner magic, transform that toxicity into the vivid, jewel-toned hues of its plumage. It reminds us that one can absorb the bitterness of the world and refine it into beauty.
Today, the pavone has evolved into a sophisticated symbol of radical authenticity and the art of self-expression. In an era of digital filters, it represents the courage to be seen in one's truest, most vibrant form. It serves as a reminder that showing your "true colors" is not an act of vanity, but a profound declaration of personal integrity and a celebration of natural, unvarnished grace. This is the very philosophy that beats at the heart of Maison Pavone.
