Andreas Krystallis (GREEK 1911-1951)

Lot description

ANDREAS KRYSTALLIS (GREEK 1911-1951) Refugees oil on panel 53 x 75 cm (20 5/6 x 29 1/2 in.) framed dimensions: 73 x 95 cm (28 3/4 x 37 3/8 in.) signed lower right CONDITION LOT NOTES Krystallis was born in Asia Minor and fled at the end of the Asia Minor Catastrophe; this painting depicts some of the thousands of Greek refugees fleeing cities like Constantinople and Smyrna for a new life. The Asia Minor Catastrophe, also known as the "Greek Genocide" or "Asia Minor Disaster," refers to the forced expulsion and mass killings of Greeks who lived in Asia Minor (present-day Turkey) after the defeat of the Greco-Turkish War in 1922. This event resulted in the displacement and loss of life of approximately 1.3 million Orthodox Greeks, who sought refuge in Greece and other countries. Keywords: Greek Art, Greek Painter, 20th-century Greek art Modern Greek artist, Mediterranean Art, Collectible Greek paintings, Greek impressionist artist N.B. Condition reports are available upon request. All lots are sold in as-is condition at the time of sale. Please note that any condition statement regarding works of art is given as a courtesy to our clients in order to assist them in assessing the condition. The report is a genuine opinion held by Shapiro Auctions and should not be treated as a statement of fact. The absence of a condition report or a photograph does not preclude the absence of defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. Shapiro Auctions, LLC., including its consultants and agents, shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.