Artwork
Σπίτι Πηχεών, Καστοριά
Σπίτι Πηχεών, Καστοριά is an unspecified painting by Engonopoulos Nikos. It dates from 1948 and is held in the collection of the Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece.
About this work
Overview
Σπίτι Πηχεών, Καστοριά is a 1948 artwork by Nikos Engonopoulos, currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a serene, uninhabited two-story stone house in a rural setting, characterized by a flat roof, small dark windows, and a simple balcony above an arched door. The absence of human presence emphasizes the structure's architectural details and its integration into a tranquil, natural landscape.
Technique & Style
The work features rough, light-colored stone walls and a flat roof with a wooden edge, set against a bright blue sky with soft clouds and a distant hill. The interplay of light on the stone facade and the contrast with dark windows creates a sense of depth and clarity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1948 by Nikos Engonopoulos, the piece is part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography, where it remains on display.
Context
The painting reflects Engonopoulos's interest in capturing traditional Greek architecture within its natural context, highlighting the simplicity and harmony of rural dwellings.
Legacy
As part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection, Σπίτι Πηχεών, Καστοριά contributes to the preservation and showcase of mid-20th-century Greek artistic interpretations of traditional life and architecture.
Artist & collection
Artist
Museum
Historical & Ethnological Society of Greece
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