Artwork
Χωρίς τίτλο
Χωρίς τίτλο is a print by Alekos Fassianos. It dates from 1961 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus.
About this work
He studied lithography there and soaked up the city’s art scene, which shaped his style.
A man stands in a quiet room, one hand in his pocket, the other holding a newspaper. His pose feels relaxed but alert, like he’s waiting for something to happen. The colors stay calm—soft yellows, greys, and blues—so the mood stays gentle.
This print comes from a series Fassianos made in Paris in the early 1960s. He studied lithography there and soaked up the city’s art scene, which shaped his style. The shapes tilt and stretch, but the figure still feels solid and real.
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Overview
Untitled (1961) is a lithograph by Alekos Fassianos, created during his time in Paris in the early 1960s. The work reflects his exposure to contemporary art and his development of a distinctive style.
Subject & Meaning
The piece depicts a man standing in a serene, indoor setting, poised in a state of relaxed anticipation. His calm demeanor is conveyed through soft yellows, greys, and blues, evoking a sense of gentle expectancy.
Technique & Style
Characterized by expressive immediacy and simplicity, the lithograph features elongated forms and vigorous gestural qualities, blending abstract and strong expressionist elements while maintaining the figure's solidity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1961, this work is part of a series from Fassianos's Parisian period, following his studies at the École des Beaux-Arts. It is now held in the collection of the Museum of Contemporary Art.
Context
Influenced by the Parisian art scene of the early 1960s, Fassianos's work from this time, including 'Untitled', shows the impact of his lithography training and engagement with contemporary artistic trends.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alekos Fassianos was a renowned Greek painter. He gained recognition for his distinctive style, which was characterized by immediacy and a deliberate departure from standardized painting techniques.
Museum
Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus
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