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Βιασμός, by Alex Mylona, 1974

Βιασμός

Alex Mylona

1974

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

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Overview

Βιασμός is a 1974 by Alex Mylona, held at Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus.

Who painted this?
Alex Mylona
When & what style?
1974
Where can I see it?
Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus

About this work

This drawing shows a disturbing scene with a female figure being held by two males. The female figure's posture indicates resistance and unwillingness. Her body is tense, and her face is twisted in a struggle. The artist uses blue and ochre to depict this violent encounter. The use of dark colors adds to the intense and disturbing atmosphere. The scene is chaotic, with the female figure's body twisted and turned. This artwork is a powerful commentary on violence and control. To learn more about the artist's use of shading and texture, look up the technique: cross-hatching.

About the artist

Artist

Alex Mylona

Alex Mylona (Athens, 1920 – 2016) was a Greek sculptor, known for her multidimensional and experimental approach to art.

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