Funerary composition IV 1963

"Funerary Composition IV" (1963) by Yiannis Moralis (1916-2009) depicts a nude figure in a stark, geometric composition. The figure is rendered in broad, white strokes, almost like a ghostly presence, set against a dark background of black and brown. The painting's starkness and simplified forms evoke a sense of solemnity and isolation, aligning with the title's suggestion of death and mourning. Moralis is known for his exploration of the human figure and his use of bold, expressionistic brushstrokes. This work reflects his distinctive style and his ongoing engagement with themes of mortality and human existence.