St. Varvara and Mercury 1925

"St. Varvara and Mercury" is a terracotta sculpture by Greek artist Yannoulis Chalepas, created in 1925. The sculpture depicts a bust-length portrait of two figures, with only the heads and shoulders visible. The figures are rendered in a rough, almost unfinished style, with deep grooves and incised lines highlighting their features. This work exemplifies Chalepas's distinctive style, characterized by its expressive and deeply personal approach to portraiture.