Hydra 

Konstantinos Parthenis made this painting of Hydra with oil on canvas. We can see the Greek island as a space of cultural and historical significance, with its unique architecture, landscape, and its role in Greek history. Parthenis painted this landscape by using a series of visual codes that evoke the historical associations of the island. The stark white buildings and the clear blue sea create a sense of purity and simplicity. The composition of the painting, with the island rising up from the sea, suggests the strength and resilience of the Greek people, while the classical style architecture evokes a sense of history. To understand this work better, we can consider the historical and political context in which it was created, researching the cultural and social values. Art history emphasizes that the meaning of a work of art is not fixed or universal, but rather something that is contingent on the social and institutional context in which it is created and received.