Artwork
Χωρίς Τίτλο
Χωρίς Τίτλο is an unspecified painting by Costas Tsoklis. It dates from 1997 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1997 by Greek artist Costas Tsoklis, this untitled image is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The composition centers on a stark white, curved form that dominates the visual field, set against a muted backdrop of grays and browns. A dark silhouette of an adult and a child stands in the foreground, providing a reference for scale.
Subject & Meaning
The central white structure resembles a tunnel or pipe, its purpose left ambiguous, inviting viewers to contemplate its function. The red markings that traverse the grid‑like surface suggest a system of navigation or warning. The human silhouettes introduce a narrative element, hinting at interaction between people and industrial or architectural environments.
Technique & Style
Tsoklis employs a limited palette of whites, reds, and earth tones, creating a stark contrast between the luminous central form and the subdued background. The grid pattern is rendered with precise linearity, while the silhouettes are depicted in solid, opaque black, emphasizing their silhouette quality over detail. The overall effect balances geometric abstraction with figurative presence.
History & Provenance
The work was produced in the late 1990s, a period when Tsoklis explored themes of space and human scale. It entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings shortly after its creation, where it remains on display as part of the institution’s contemporary holdings.
Context
During the 1990s, Greek contemporary art often engaged with industrial motifs and the tension between modern infrastructure and everyday life. Tsoklis’s untitled piece reflects this dialogue, positioning a seemingly utilitarian structure within a landscape that hints at both natural and built environments.
Artist & collection
Artist
Museum
Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus
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