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Man. Diamantis1963 travel poster Greece's rich Byzantine heritage Monastery of Pantanassa1963
1963
$1,544.72
£1,148.32
€1,300
CA$2,124.84
A$2,367.39
CHF 1,248.57
MX$28,700.81
NOK 15,883.62
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About the Item
This 1963 travel poster is a stunning minimalist representation of Greece's rich Byzantine heritage, focusing on the Monastery of Pantanassa in Mystras. Designed by Man. Diamantis and composed by F. V. Carabott, this piece embraces a modernist aesthetic, using bold silhouettes, sharp contrast, and a striking color palette to evoke both the timelessness and mystique of Greek history.
The composition is simple yet powerful. The domes and arches of the Byzantine monastery emerge as dark silhouettes against a deep red background, creating an almost cinematic effect. The architectural details are stripped down to essential forms, allowing the viewer to focus on the iconic structure and its historical significance. The word "Grèce", positioned at the top in a clean, modern font, reinforces the poster’s role as a travel advertisement, inviting the viewer to explore Greece’s rich cultural legacy.
The use of red and black is particularly striking. Red can symbolize passion, history, and cultural vibrancy, while black gives the piece a dramatic, almost timeless quality, emphasizing the enduring presence of Byzantine architecture in Greek identity. This stylistic choice aligns with the modernist trends of the 1960s, where travel posters often combined bold color fields with graphic, minimalist design to create visually impactful imagery.
The Monastery of Pantanassa, located in the fortified town of Mystras, is a 14th-century Byzantine masterpiece and the only monastery in the area still inhabited by nuns today. By choosing this monument as the focal point, the poster highlights Greece’s deep spiritual and architectural heritage, making it an evocative symbol for travelers seeking historical and cultural immersion.
This poster is a brilliant example of mid-20th-century European travel advertising, blending modernist principles with historical reverence. Unlike traditional travel posters that often depict landscapes in a realistic or romanticized manner, this piece relies on abstraction and contrast, making it bold, timeless, and unforgettable.
Today, this poster stands as a testament to both Greece’s enduring allure and the artistic innovation of 1960s travel design. It remains a highly sought-after collector’s item, appreciated for its graphic elegance and historical significance.
Tourism - Religion - Greece
Composition: F. V. Carabott - B. Papachrysanthou
- Creator:Man. Diamantis (Greek)
- Creation Year:1963
- Dimensions:Height: 39.38 in (100 cm)Width: 26.78 in (68 cm)
- Medium:
- Period:
- Condition:Good condition, one crease, small tears.
- Gallery Location:PARIS, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1792215980752
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