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Λιτανεία, by Vyzantios Periklis, unspecified, 1951

Λιτανεία

Vyzantios Periklis

1951

unspecified

From the collection of Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece

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Overview

Λιτανεία is a 1951 unspecified by Vyzantios Periklis, depicting Modern Period, held at Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece.

Who painted this?
Vyzantios Periklis
When & what style?
1951
Where can I see it?
Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece

About this work

This painting shows three people in a busy, colorful scene. The person in the middle wears a bright red hat and blue dress, holding up a basket. To the right, another person in a yellow robe holds a tall pole with lanterns. The background is messy with lines and shapes, like a market or gathering. The colors are bold—reds, blues, and yellows stand out against a light, rough background. The brushstrokes are thick and uneven, giving the painting a rough, almost sketchy feel. It looks like the artist worked quickly, leaving some areas unfinished. Look up impasto next to see how thick paint is used in art.

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