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Προσωπογραφία του Δημητρίου Γρ. Καμπούρογλου

Προσωπογραφία του Δημητρίου Γρ. Καμπούρογλου, by Georgios Roilos, unspecified, 2009
Προσωπογραφία του Δημητρίου Γρ. Καμπούρογλου, by Georgios Roilos, unspecified, 2009

Προσωπογραφία του Δημητρίου Γρ. Καμπούρογλου is an unspecified painting by Georgios Roilos. It dates from 2009 and is held in the collection of the Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece.

About this work

Overview

Georgios Roilos’ 2009 portrait, titled “Προσωπογραφία του Δημητρίου Γρ. Καμπούρογλου,” is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. The work presents a close‑up view of an elderly male sitter, rendered in a medium that captures fine detail while emphasizing the subject’s facial features.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is depicted as an older man with a bald head, white mustache and goatee, and a dark suit with a visible white collar. The plain, dark backdrop isolates the figure, directing the viewer’s focus to his expression and the subtle nuances of age conveyed through his features.

Technique & Style

Roilos employs loose brushwork, particularly in rendering skin and hair, which creates a textured surface. Soft, directional lighting accentuates the cheekbones and jawline, while surrounding areas recede into shadow, producing a chiaroscuro effect that adds depth without overt dramatization.

History & Provenance

Created in 2009, the portrait entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings shortly after its completion. Its acquisition reflects the institution’s interest in contemporary Greek portraiture and the artist’s ongoing engagement with traditional representational methods.

Artist & collection