This giant, 600 m² mural is the work of Athens-born and based street artist, Pavlos Tsarinas. It was created in conjunction with Manolis Anastasakos and the Kretsis crew as part of a project by the Ministry of Environment Energy & Climate Change, and the Athens School of Fine Arts.
The mural was inspired by the 1508 work of art by German artist, Albrecht Dürer, which is known as “Praying Hands”, and also as “Study of the Hands of an Apostle”. The inspirational work is on display at the Albertina museum in Vienna, Austria.
Interestingly, Dürer’s work has inspired another piece of modern art: the giant pink rabbit sculpture that is on display outside the Staatsoper in Vienna.
Copyright Debbie Smyth, 25 February 2019
Enjoying street art has become a regular event on my travels around the world: more of my findings can be seen here
For even more art, pop over to see Sami at Monday Mural
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….a huge work of art, thanks for sharing.
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Amazing when something is that detailed when it is that big. Beautiful picture.
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Inverting the hands makes it seem more original. The Durer work has been re-used so much (including 3-D renderings, religious icons, and lots of kitschy stuff) that it is hard to look at it for what it is.
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Isn’t it amazing how his work has that inspiring effect across the centuries!
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Great mural Debbie, very well done. Thanks for contributing.
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Oh, brilliant!
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Love street art – and especially when it is Art. This is beautiful.
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Agreed, A C!
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Wonderful 🙂
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I have found several wonderful murals in Athens – more will follow!
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Can’t wait 🙂
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Yay!
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Yay!!
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