Description
Alecos Fassianos (Greek, 1935-2022)
Ιστορίες μιάς πόλεως (Stories of a City) – ποιήματα πεζά…. (Poems and prose). Athens: Efkli̱dis Editions, 1975. Limited edition of 1,000 numbered copies, of which the first 200 were hand-signed by the artist. This is copy no. 733. Octavo, original linen-covered boards illustrated and titled in white by Fassianos, featuring his distinctive linear figure and architectural motifs. A fine example of Fassianos’ rare artist’s books, combining literature and visual art in his characteristic style that bridges the mythic and the modern. 22 x 13.50 cm. Very good condition.
Provenance: Donated from Fassianos to poet Miltos Sachtouris hence by descent to the previous owner from whom the current owner acquired the artwork (there is also a video documented provenance).