The French-Malagasy artist and designer Sandrine Andria has received the Vermeil Medal from the Société Académique des Arts, Sciences et Lettres (Academic Society of Arts, Sciences and Letters), a recognition highlighting contemporary creation inspired by Malagasy heritage.
Malagasy expertise is reaching a new milestone on the international stage. The multidisciplinary artist, designer, and entrepreneur Sandrine Andrianantenaina, known as Sandrine Andria, has been honored with the Vermeil Medal by the Academic Society of Arts, Sciences and Letters. This distinction acknowledges over a decade of commitment to contemporary creation, the transmission of artisanal know-how, and the promotion of living heritage between Madagascar and France.
A member of the ‘Artistes Malgaches’ initiative, Sandrine Andria develops an artistic approach that combines contemporary design, textile installations, photography, art direction, and research into natural materials. Her work explores the links between memory, territory, and creation, aiming to foster a dialogue between cultural legacy and contemporary expression.
This vision comes to life through ‘Eritage Madagascar’, a design house dedicated to the reinterpretation of Malagasy artisanal techniques, as well as ‘Origin Madagascar’, a project where objects, materials, and scents become vehicles of memory and emotion. Both initiatives showcase local resources while combining creative innovation with artistic rigor.
In recent months, her creations have been showcased at various events in France, Switzerland, Italy, and Spain, notably in Paris, Geneva, Milan, and Ibiza. They have also been featured in several specialized media outlets, confirming the growing interest in her work within the fields of design, contemporary art, and fine crafts.
Founded in 1915, the Academic Society of Arts, Sciences and Letters honors individuals whose careers contribute to the promotion of arts, literature, and science. The Vermeil Medal, awarded by its Superior Rewards Commission, distinguishes careers marked by excellence, commitment, and cultural impact.
This recognition is part of the support provided by Tara Shakti, a delegate of the Academic Society, who assists artists in gaining institutional recognition and visibility in France and internationally. Through this distinction, the Society rewards not only an artistic career but also an approach that uses design as a genuine tool for cultural transmission and the preservation of living heritage. For Sandrine Andria, this Vermeil Medal marks a new stage in the development of projects connecting France and Madagascar, with the ambition of strengthening the international visibility of Malagasy craftsmanship.
Captured & Published at: 2026-06-30 17:05:11 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
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