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Προσωπογραφία του Ανδρέα Λουριώτη

Προσωπογραφία του Ανδρέα Λουριώτη, by Tsokos Dionysios, unspecified, 1850
Προσωπογραφία του Ανδρέα Λουριώτη, by Tsokos Dionysios, unspecified, 1850

Προσωπογραφία του Ανδρέα Λουριώτη is an unspecified painting by the Impressionist artist Tsokos Dionysios. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece. Created in 1850 by Dionysios Tsokos, this portrait presents a seated gentleman rendered in a restrained palette.

About this work

Overview

Created in 1850 by Dionysios Tsokos, this portrait presents a seated gentleman rendered in a restrained palette. The work is part of the collection of the Museum of Ethnography, where it exemplifies mid‑nineteenth‑century Greek portraiture.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter, identifiable by his black suit, white shirt, bow tie and neatly trimmed mustache, sits upright with his right hand on the armrest. His direct gaze and solemn expression convey a formal, dignified presence, suggesting a portrayal of social standing or professional identity.

Technique & Style

Executed in oil on canvas, the painting employs a dark background that isolates the figure, enhancing the contrast of light on the face and clothing. The precise brushwork and attention to material detail align the work with the Realist tendency to depict contemporary individuals without idealisation.

History & Provenance

Since its completion, the portrait has remained within Greek institutional holdings, ultimately entering the Museum of Ethnography’s collection. Its provenance reflects the artist’s reputation in the newly independent Greek state and the period’s interest in documenting notable citizens.

Artist & collection