Costas ALEXIOU

Greek, 1914-1999

Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounio watercolour on paper signed lower right titled lower left circa 1950-1960 on auction at art house Heartblue for 900 €

Costas Alexiou was born on the island of Skyros.

In 1941 he enrolled at the School of Fine Arts, Ather studied painting under Constantinos Parthenis and I

Alexiou's work has a poetic feeling that is expressed selective color palette, simplicity and realism.

He worked for the artistic department of Kerameikos Archaeological Museum of Greece. For this reason, works depict archaeological sites in Greece, like this

His work can be found in the collections of: The Mur Athens, the Municipality of Piraeus, the National Bar in many public and private collections in Greece and

This listing features two watercolor paintings framed, depicting the Erechthéion Acropolis in Athens, Greece, and specifically the Temple of Poseidon. The paintings were created in watercolor and are signed by artist with each measuring 8.5x11" mat and 17"x13.5 framed. The artwork captures the beauty of ancient architecture and the vibrant colors of the city, making it a valuable collectible for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Each painting is numbered, adding to its authenticity and uniqueness.