Artwork
Προσωπογραφία του Σπυρίδωνος Τρικούπη
Προσωπογραφία του Σπυρίδωνος Τρικούπη is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Prossalendis Spyridon. It dates from 1880 and is held in the collection of the Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1880 by the Greek painter Prossalendis Spyridon, this portrait depicts the figure of Spyridon Trikoupis. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it is displayed as an example of late‑19th‑century Greek portraiture.
Subject & Meaning
The sitter is presented as a dignified gentleman, dressed in a dark suit with a white cravat and a medal affixed to his chest, suggesting official recognition or civic honor. He holds a rolled document, a visual cue that emphasizes his role in public affairs or scholarship.
Technique & Style
Rendered in a realistic manner, the painting employs a restrained palette of dark tones, allowing the figure’s features and attire to stand out against a plain, shadowed background. The subtle inclusion of a red chair at the edge adds a touch of color while maintaining the overall sober atmosphere.
History & Provenance
Since its completion, the portrait has remained within Greek institutional holdings, eventually entering the Museum of Ethnography’s collection. Its provenance reflects the work’s function as a commemorative image of a notable 19th‑century personality.
Context
The portrait aligns with the realist tendencies prevalent in Greek art of the period, where emphasis on accurate likeness and modest settings served to document prominent individuals without idealization. Such works often accompanied official records or were displayed in civic spaces.
Artist & collection
Artist
Museum
Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece
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