Artwork

Άτιτλο

Άτιτλο, by Marina Provatidou, 2007
Άτιτλο, by Marina Provatidou, 2007

Άτιτλο is a photography by Marina Provatidou. It dates from 2007 and is held in the collection of the Athens School of Fine Arts.

About this work

Overview

Untitled is a 2007 black-and-white photograph by Marina Provatidou, part of the collection at the Museum of Ethnography. The image features a person with an umbrella beside a bicycle, set against a background where a large insect in flight dominates the visual attention.

Subject & Meaning

The photograph's central subject is a large insect in flight, with its wings fully extended, while a person holding an umbrella and a bicycle on their left serve as a secondary, subdued element. The composition suggests a juxtaposition of everyday life (person and bicycle) with a fleeting, natural moment (the insect).

Technique & Style

The artist employs a chiaroscuro effect, leveraging strong contrasts of light and dark to create depth and a striking visual impact. The monochrome palette adds simplicity and elegance, emphasizing the interplay of shadows and highlights across the scene.

History & Provenance

Created in 2007 by Marina Provatidou, the photograph is currently housed at the Museum of Ethnography as part of its collection.

Artist & collection