01 Classic Works of Art, Marine Paintings - With Footnotes, #179

Aginor Asteriadis, (1898 - 1977)
Hydra
Tempera on paper
30.5 x 35.5 cm
Private collection

Hydra is one of the Saronic Islands of Greece, located in the Aegean Sea between the Saronic Gulf and the Argolic Gulf. It is separated from the Peloponnese by a narrow strip of water. In ancient times, the island was known as Hydrea, a reference to the natural springs on the island.

There is one main town, known simply as "Hydra port". It consists of a crescent-shaped harbor, around which is centered a strand of restaurants, shops, markets, and galleries that cater to tourists and locals. Steep stone streets lead up and outward from the harbor area. Most of the local residences, as well as the hostelries on the island, are located on these streets. More on Hydra

Aginor Asteriadis, (1898 - 1977), was educated at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts from 1915 to 1921. His first personal exhibition was held at the Dafnopoulou Gallery in Larissa. To earn a living, he works in an advertising agency and afterwards, he was appointed professor of drawing in secondary education.

Asteriadis traveled extensively in Greece, especially in Thessaly and Macedonia, and was deeply inspired by natural landscapes. His painting has its own style, combining modern and traditional elements. At the moment of his maturity his painting favors a certain formalism and a rather flat prospect.

Asteriadis , who died in Athens in 1977, tried to bring out in his creations the Greek folk tradition, the spirit of Byzantine hagiography and the lessons of Cubism, without ignoring other artistic trends. Indeed, what better summarizes his artistic approach is the purpose of the synthesis, the volume, and the ultimate choice, the choice of the theme. More on Aginor Asteriadis

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