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Greek Abstract Ceramic Tile Art,Mid Century,Animals,Cat, Mother Child Valsamakis
$ 253.43
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Description
Welcome to our auctionGreek Ceramic Art
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Cat and baby, kitten
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collectible
DESCRIPTION:
Here you are viewing an absolutely gorgeous, selected, handmade, old and authentic ceramic tile of art, enamel, partially glazed, refractory that was created before the middle of the century by the famous Greek artist Panos Valsamakis, one of the most important ceramist , of the 20th century. Depicts the mother cat with her child, one baby kitten. The composition is crafted on four tiles with the modern abstract style, but with the characteristic wild and protective attitude of the cat and the innocence of her baby. It is signed lower right with the characteristic monogram "ΠΒ" of the artist in Greek. Dimensions: Without frame, 30.5 X 30.5 cm ( or 12 X 12"), with frame, 35 X 35 cm (or 13 6/8 X 13 6/8") and weight, 2,430 gr. Some marks from its handmade construction. It is in very good condition. From a smoke/pet free home. We do our best to describe everything thoroughly and accurately. We take detailed photos so you can see the full condition of the item. Please, before bidding, see the photos as they are integral part of the description. The colors may vary slightly for various reasons. (remember that sometimes a picture can make items look worse than they actually are).
Please, excuse reflections or shadows of light, due to the glazing, in the photographing and that do not concern the condition of item.
Panos Valsamakis
(1900-1986): Studied painting in the period 1923-1930 in the Ecole des Arts in Marseilles and ceramics at the School of Saint-Jean du Desert. During the years 1930-1942 directs the artistic workshop "S.A Kerameikos", while from 1942 to 1957 he is the artistic director of the workshop "Pottery, AKEL" who had founded the National Bank. After 1957 working at his private laboratory Marousi, Athens. He presented his work at numerous exhibitions in Greece and abroad ( Silver Medal in Esposition Internationale, Paris 1937 ). In 1982 he became a retrospective exhibition of his work at the National Gallery. Has illustrated books, he has published books, articles and essays in newspapers and magazines in Greece and abroad. His works are in the National Gallery, in the Gallery Katsigras,
Vorres Museum, Contemporary Art, Teloglion Foundation, etc and adorning facades and interior both public and private buildings
. Is listed in "Directory of Greek Artists" 16th - 20th century, Melissa edition, 1999, volume 1, pages 133-134.
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Please note that, we are not responsible for any Customs charges incurred as a result of this purchase. Shipping cost: Greece: .80, Cuprus & Balkans: .80, Europe: .40, International: .40.
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