Artwork
Σπουδή για θεατρικό σκηνικό
Σπουδή για θεατρικό σκηνικό is a drawing by Alex Mylona. It dates from 1957 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus.
About this work
The marks look messy at first but together they feel focused and intense.
This is a 1957 black-and-white drawing by Alex Mylona. The page shows thick, swirling lines and soft shading. The marks look messy at first but together they feel focused and intense.
Mylona used quick, expressive lines to build shapes. The dark and light areas pull your eye around the sheet. Little patches of white paper peek through, adding a quiet glow.
Curious how he started? Look up Mylona, Alex (1920-2016).
Overview
Alex Mylona’s 1957 drawing serves as a preparatory study for a theatrical set. Executed in black and white, the sheet is dominated by vigorous, swirling lines that intersect with softer tonal shading, producing a composition that balances abstraction with a sense of movement.
Technique & Style
Mylona employed rapid, expressive strokes to delineate forms, allowing the ink to flow freely across the paper. Contrasting dark masses with lighter areas creates a visual rhythm that guides the viewer’s gaze, while occasional untouched white spaces introduce a subtle luminosity within the overall monochrome palette.
Subject & Meaning
The work reflects an expressionist approach to stage design, emphasizing emotional intensity over literal representation. The abstract arrangement of lines and tones suggests a mystical atmosphere, inviting contemplation of the theatrical space’s potential ambience rather than depicting specific scenery.
History & Provenance
Created during the mid‑1950s, the study belongs to the period when Mylona (1920‑2016) was actively engaged in set design projects. The drawing remains a testament to his preparatory methods, illustrating the transition from initial sketches to finalized stage constructions.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alex Mylona (Athens, 1920 – 2016) was a Greek sculptor, known for her multidimensional and experimental approach to art.
Museum
Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus
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