Sevan Bicakci: The Maestro of Byzantine Echoes Sevan Bicakci (Armenian: Սեւան Պըչաքչը; born 1972) is a Turkish jeweller of Armenian descent, recognized globally as one of the foremost artisans crafting jewelry inspired by the grandeur of Byzantium and Ottoman imperial traditions. Born in Istanbul’s Samatya district – a vibrant tapestry woven with threads of Muslim, Christian, and Jewish heritage – Bicakci's artistic journey began at the tender age of 12 under the tutelage of Hovsep Catak, a master craftsman within the legendary Grand Bazaar. This formative experience instilled in him an unwa…