Artwork
Χωρίς τίτλο
Χωρίς τίτλο is a drawing by Costas Tsoclis. It dates from 1986 and is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus. This untitled drawing is a preparatory work for "Tribute to Alexandros Iolas", a installation at the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki.
About this work
The drawing shows a tree trunk crushed by a massive slab.
It's a simple, yet powerful image.
The slab has a passage from the Apocalypse engraved on it, which adds a sense of drama.
The mix of materials, like metal and wood, is interesting.
The artist used this contrast to create a strong visual effect.
Check out the work of artist: Tsoclis, Costas (1930)
Overview
This untitled drawing is a preparatory work for "Tribute to Alexandros Iolas", a installation at the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki.
Subject & Meaning
The drawing depicts a tree trunk crushed by a massive rectangular slab, with the tree's roots covered by the same material. A passage from the Apocalypse is engraved on the slab, symbolizing the subjugation of nature.
Technique & Style
The contrast between materials, such as metal and wood, creates a strong visual effect, highlighting the tension between the "strong" metal and "dead" nature.
Artist & collection
Artist
Costas Tsoclis shaped playful, colorful metal sculptures and bold drawings in 20th-century Greece.
Museum
Metropolitan Organisation of Museums of Visual Arts of Thessaloniki – MOMus
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