Portrait of a woman 

Periklis Vyzantios captured this "Portrait of a Woman" with pastels. Vyzantios who lived through major political shifts and social upheavals in Greece, including wars and dictatorships, developed artistic approaches deeply shaped by the cultural milieu of his time. The portrait exudes an air of bourgeois elegance, capturing the sitter in a large black hat and fur stole which reflects the fashion and social status of women in the early 20th century. Vyzantios doesn't necessarily break from traditional representation. Rather, he gently infuses it with a sense of modernity through the work's soft color palette and delicate lines. The woman's gaze, although direct, carries a hint of melancholy, inviting viewers to ponder the silent narratives of identity and experience. This portrait is particularly poignant as it navigates the delicate balance between societal expectations and personal expression, reflecting broader questions about identity during the era.