Artwork
Envol de Dechirures
Envol de Dechirures is a drawing by Alex Mylona. It dates from 1970 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus.
About this work
Overview
Envol de Dechirures is a drawing created by Greek sculptor Alex Mylona around 1970. It is a simple, loose sketch of a reclining nude figure, characterized by quick and uneven lines.
Technique & Style
The drawing features raw, unrefined lines and basic shapes, suggesting a spontaneous and experimental approach. The lack of detail and emphasis on gestural strokes indicate a focus on capturing the essence of the figure rather than rendering it realistically.
History & Provenance
Mylona, trained at the Athens School of Fine Arts under Michael Tombros, later worked in Paris. The drawing is now part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alex Mylona (Athens, 1920 – 2016) was a Greek sculptor, known for her multidimensional and experimental approach to art.
Museum
Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus
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