A highly collectible limited-edition etching by the important Greek artist Sarantis Karavouzis, known for his poetic and intellectually charged “metaphysical” still-life compositions. This finely executed work presents a carefully balanced arrangement of symbolic objects: a steaming vessel, a laurel branch, and a traditional key. Rendered with delicate linear precision, the composition evokes a silent, contemplative atmosphere in which everyday objects are transformed into carriers of memory, time, and meaning. Rather than describing a literal scene, Karavouzis constructs a psychological still life, where objects exist in a suspended, almost dreamlike space. The steaming vessel, in particular, suggests ritual, presence, and transience, while the laurel branch and key introduce themes of knowledge, passage, and remembrance. The work aligns with the broader European metaphysical tradition, showing affinities with the still-life austerity of Giorgio Morandi and the symbolic, dreamlike constructions of Giorgio de Chirico. Artwork Details Artist: Sarantis Karavouzis (1938-2011) Title: Metaphysical Still Life (untitled) Medium: Original etching on paper Year: c. 1970s–1980s Edition: Hand-numbered 24/27 (lower left) Signature: Hand-signed in pencil (lower right) Dimensions Frame: 35 cm × 29.5 cm Image: approx. 20 cm × 17.5 cm Condition Artwork: Excellent vintage condition, clean paper, well preserved Frame: Good vintage condition with light age-related wear consistent with period framing Please refer to photos for detailed condition. Art Historical Context Sarantis Karavouzis was a significant figure in 20th-century Greek modernism, particularly known for his refined etching practice and symbolic still-life compositions. Worked between Greece and Paris during his career Developed a distinctive visual language rooted in metaphysical symbolism and modernist reduction His works are included in major collections, including the National Gallery of Greece and the Musée d'Art Moderne de Paris Especially sought after for small-edition etchings with strong conceptual clarity His still lifes from this period focus on ordinary objects elevated into timeless, almost ritualistic compositions—reflecting a meditative approach to form and silence. Collectibility This work is particularly desirable due to: Small edition size (24/27) Hand signature by the artist Strong example of his mature metaphysical style Elegant vintage framing, ready for display