Άτομο

Άτομο

Philippos Manos

1993

unspecified

From the collection of Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus

About this work

This painting shows a lone figure walking away from you. The person’s head is covered by a large, greenish blob that looks like a hat or hood. Their clothes are light-colored but rough-looking, with dark lines suggesting folds or stitches. The background is mostly a deep blue, almost like a night sky or a dark room. The figure’s face is hidden, which makes them feel mysterious. The brushstrokes are thick and uneven, giving the painting a raw, textured feel. Check out the technique: impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.

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