Unique, Tzeni Drosou - Original hand written manuscript/art book for autobiographical short story Easter Hollidays - 1988
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Unique, first and only handwritten and illustrated Greek manuscript by Tzeni Drosou, titled Easter Holidays or The Story of a Painting, written in 1988 in Agios Apostolos, 45 pages, 23 × 15 cm, softback, unpublished and signed by the author in good vintage condition.
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Unique, original handwritten and hand-illustrated manuscript by Greek artist Tzeni Drosou (1928–2021), created in 1988 during her stay in Agios Apostolos.
This work, titled Πασχαλινές Διακοπές ή Η Ιστορία μιας Ζωγραφιάς (Easter Holidays or The Story of a Painting), is an unpublished, one-of-a-kind art book, combining autobiographical storytelling with expressive drawings.
A rare opportunity to acquire an intimate piece of an artist’s creative process—both a literary manuscript and an artwork in its own right.
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Author / Artist: Tzeni Drosou (1928–2021)
Title: Πασχαλινές Διακοπές ή Η Ιστορία μιας Ζωγραφιάς (Easter Holidays or The Story of a Painting)
Year: 1988
Publisher: Unpublished (original manuscript)
Edition: First and only—unique handwritten copy
Signature: Entirely hand-written and illustrated by the artist
Pages: 45
Binding: Original soft binding
Dimensions: 23 cm × 15 cm
Language: Greek
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related wear. Please consult the photos for an accurate assessment.
About the Book
This manuscript was written and illustrated by Tzeni Drosou during her stay at Agios Apostolos in 1988.
Blending personal memories with visual storytelling, it reflects her lyrical artistic language and her lifelong dedication to drawing, narrative, and observation of the world around her.
About the Artist – Tzeni Drosou
Tzeni Drosou studied painting under Yiannis Tsarouchis (1954–1959), and acting at the “Theatre Workshop” of Vassilis Rotas (1947–1949). Alongside painting, she worked for twenty years as a photographer-cinematographer at the People’s Hospital, creating educational films for medical students.
Her work has been shown in numerous solo exhibitions, including:
2009 Chrysothemis Gallery
1991 Ora Cultural Center
1989 Athens College Library
1989 Astrolavos Art Gallery
1988 Kaisariani Cultural Center
1982 & 1976 Nees Morfes Gallery
1976 Panselinos, Thessaloniki
She also participated in many group and national exhibitions, such as:
1999 Labyrinth Art Gallery (Katerini)
1989 National Gallery
1988 Painting–Printmaking Exhibition, Moscow
1983 Thymeli Gallery
1961 Young Artists Exhibition
1959 Zygos Gallery
Her illustrations appear in works by Yiannis Ritsos, Gianni Rodari, and in classic Greek educational books.
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Unique, original handwritten and hand-illustrated manuscript by Greek artist Tzeni Drosou (1928–2021), created in 1988 during her stay in Agios Apostolos.
This work, titled Πασχαλινές Διακοπές ή Η Ιστορία μιας Ζωγραφιάς (Easter Holidays or The Story of a Painting), is an unpublished, one-of-a-kind art book, combining autobiographical storytelling with expressive drawings.
A rare opportunity to acquire an intimate piece of an artist’s creative process—both a literary manuscript and an artwork in its own right.
Details
Author / Artist: Tzeni Drosou (1928–2021)
Title: Πασχαλινές Διακοπές ή Η Ιστορία μιας Ζωγραφιάς (Easter Holidays or The Story of a Painting)
Year: 1988
Publisher: Unpublished (original manuscript)
Edition: First and only—unique handwritten copy
Signature: Entirely hand-written and illustrated by the artist
Pages: 45
Binding: Original soft binding
Dimensions: 23 cm × 15 cm
Language: Greek
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related wear. Please consult the photos for an accurate assessment.
About the Book
This manuscript was written and illustrated by Tzeni Drosou during her stay at Agios Apostolos in 1988.
Blending personal memories with visual storytelling, it reflects her lyrical artistic language and her lifelong dedication to drawing, narrative, and observation of the world around her.
About the Artist – Tzeni Drosou
Tzeni Drosou studied painting under Yiannis Tsarouchis (1954–1959), and acting at the “Theatre Workshop” of Vassilis Rotas (1947–1949). Alongside painting, she worked for twenty years as a photographer-cinematographer at the People’s Hospital, creating educational films for medical students.
Her work has been shown in numerous solo exhibitions, including:
2009 Chrysothemis Gallery
1991 Ora Cultural Center
1989 Athens College Library
1989 Astrolavos Art Gallery
1988 Kaisariani Cultural Center
1982 & 1976 Nees Morfes Gallery
1976 Panselinos, Thessaloniki
She also participated in many group and national exhibitions, such as:
1999 Labyrinth Art Gallery (Katerini)
1989 National Gallery
1988 Painting–Printmaking Exhibition, Moscow
1983 Thymeli Gallery
1961 Young Artists Exhibition
1959 Zygos Gallery
Her illustrations appear in works by Yiannis Ritsos, Gianni Rodari, and in classic Greek educational books.
Shipping
Carefully packaged and shipped with tracking for safe delivery.
Details
Number of Books
1
Subject
Art, Literature
Book Title
Original hand written manuscript/art book for autobiographical short story Easter Hollidays
Author/ Illustrator
Unique, Tzeni Drosou
Condition
Good
Artist
Tzeni Drosou
Publication year oldest item
1988
Height
23 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
15 cm
Language
Greek
Original language
Yes
Publisher
unpublished
Binding/ Material
Softback
Extras
Signed by author
Number of pages
45
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