Artwork
Αρχοντικό Νανζή, Καστοριά
Αρχοντικό Νανζή, Καστοριά is an unspecified painting by Paschalidou-Moreti Alexandra. It dates from 1936 and is held in the collection of the Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1936 by Alexandra Paschalidou‑Moreti, the work titled “Αρχοντικό Νανζή, Καστοριά” is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography. It presents a decorative composition centered on a circular plate rendered in vivid hues, set against a patterned backdrop of green and red squares that suggest a tiled floor.
Subject & Meaning
The focal element is a round plate adorned with stylized motifs—leaf‑like forms, floral accents, and miniature bowl shapes—arranged in a rhythmic sequence. The repetitive pattern evokes a sense of movement and may reference traditional Greek decorative arts, where such ornamental designs are common in domestic objects.
Technique & Style
Paschalidou‑Moreti employs a flat, graphic approach, using bold outlines and saturated colors—bright yellow, red, and black—against a more subdued background. The contrast between the vivid plate and the muted tiled surface heightens visual impact, while the simplified yet intricate motifs reflect a modernist interpretation of folk ornamentation.
History & Provenance
The piece entered the Museum of Ethnography’s holdings after its creation in the mid‑1930s, aligning with the institution’s focus on preserving regional cultural artifacts. Its inclusion underscores the artist’s role in documenting and re‑imagining local decorative traditions within a contemporary visual language.
Artist & collection
Artist
Museum
Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece
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