Korphi Village
Creator:
Oram, Elizabeth
Date:
ca.1950
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Description:
A cobbled lane in the village of Korphi in the Limassol district is bordered by houses built in the local white stone. The doors and windows are of the typical village woodwork on the island. A quintessential feature of such villages is the vine trellis, given prominence here by the artist. Another interesting detail is the holes on the walls which served as traditional ventilation units. In winter, these were blocked with rags to keep the cold out and unblocked in summer to allow drafts of fresh air into the house. The almost monochrome picture of white and the successful shading reflect the heat of summer.
Dimensions:
30 x 40 cm
Signature(s):
Signed in lower right recto: Oram
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Identifier:
PNT-00371
Provenance:
Anne Cavendish collection.
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Rights Holder:
© Costas and Rita Severis Foundation
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