Born in Iran and of Armenian descent, Nairy Baghramian relocated to Berlin in 1984, where she has since established her practice. Her work is characterized by a rigorous engagement with the physical environment, often utilizing a diverse range of materials to create sculptures that challenge traditional notions of space and display.

Her practice frequently incorporates elements that evoke the human body, such as prosthetic-like forms or soft, organic shapes contrasted against rigid, architectural structures. By manipulating scale and material, she creates installations that function as interventions within institutional settings, forcing viewers to reconsider their spatial relationship to the gallery environment.

Baghramian continues to receive significant international recognition for her contributions to contemporary sculpture. In 2025, she was awarded the gold medal in the Established Artist category at the inaugural Art Basel Awards, and she has been commissioned to create major public works for the 2026 edition of Art Basel.