• Four women in Alagonia local costumes at the church of the Mandraki Monastery, Alagonia, Peloponnese, Greece. Black and white photography by George Tatakis.
  • Four women in Alagonia local costumes at the church of the Mandraki Monastery, Alagonia, Peloponnese, Greece. Black and white photography print on table by George Tatakis.
  • Four women in Alagonia local costumes at the church of the Mandraki Monastery, Alagonia, Peloponnese, Greece. Black and white photography framed on a wall by George Tatakis.
  • Four women in Alagonia local costumes at the church of the Mandraki Monastery, Alagonia, Peloponnese, Greece. Black and white photography frame sizing by George Tatakis.
  • Four women in Alagonia local costumes at the church of the Mandraki Monastery, Alagonia, Peloponnese, Greece. Black and white photography close-up detail by George Tatakis.
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George Tatakis

Altar Axis, Mandraki

Altar Axis, Mandraki

€180,00 EUR
€180,00 EUR
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Museum-grade archival print.

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Understanding the Options

Unframed (Open Edition) — Archival fine-art print on Hahnemühle Baryta Photo Rag 315gsm (museum grade, 100+ years).

Framed — Solid black-painted wood frame with museum-grade UV-filter glazing. Archival, ready to hang.

Signed — Personally signed by George Tatakis.

Materials

Printed with Canon Lucia Pro 12-pigment inks at the highest resolution, on Hahnemühle Baryta Photo Rag 315gsm 100% cotton paper. This museum-grade combination guarantees archival permanence for over 100 years, preserving the depth and elegance of black-and-white photography.

Framing
Framing is an integral part of the artwork. Our selected frame is crafted from solid black-painted oak wood, with all components of archival grade. Each piece is protected by museum-grade glazing with UV filtering, ensuring both preservation and presentation. Prints are handled exclusively with cotton gloves throughout the process.

Available sizes (approximate, depending on the mat cut):
• Small: 44 × 34 cm
• Medium: 58 × 46 cm
• Large: 78 × 60 cm

This careful attention to both materials and framing reflects the craftsmanship and longevity that define every artwork.

Shipping & Returns

Every order is produced to museum standards and prepared within 5 business days under the personal supervision of George Tatakis.

Standard shipping: Orders are shipped via registered postal service.

Express option: At checkout, you may choose DHL Express for faster delivery. In rare cases, DHL applies a remote-area surcharge. If this affects your address, we will contact you immediately with the option to proceed with DHL (adjusted cost) or switch to priority mail instead.

Artist availability: If George is on expedition—particularly during August—processing may take up to 20 calendar days. You will be notified in advance in such cases.

Quality Assurance
Each artwork is carefully produced to museum standards and personally overseen by George Tatakis before shipping.

Damaged in Transit
In the rare event that your order arrives damaged, please contact us within 7 days of delivery with photographs of both the packaging and the item. We will arrange a replacement at no cost to you.

Non-Returnable Items
Because each piece is produced to order, we cannot accept returns or exchanges for reasons other than shipping damage. This includes all framed, signed, limited edition, and open prints.

Dimensions

Prints (paper size):

small: 29.7x21 cm (8-1/4 x 11-3/4 in)
medium: 42x29.7 cm (11-3/4 x 16-1/2 in)
large: 59.4x42 cm (16-1/2 x 23-3/8 in)

Framed (approx.)*:

Small: 44x34 cm (17.33x13.39 in)
Medium: 58x46 cm (22.83x18.11 in)
Large: 78x60 cm (30.7x23.62 in)

*Framed black and white wall décor sizes will vary slightly depending on the appropriate matte size.

Care Instructions

We suggest you handle the black and white wall art prints with cotton gloves. If you intend to have them framed, please hand the prints inside their packaging to a professional framer before touching them. Ask for archival materials.

All the prints from our black and white collection are fade-safe, but it is always a good idea to avoid installing the prints/frames against direct sunlight.

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Altar Axis, Mandraki is a black and white fine art photography print by George Tatakis. From the Caryatis series. Produced on Hahnemühle Baryta Photo Rag 315gsm using archival pigment inks. Open edition, with signed and framed options. Each print is house-stamped on the reverse. Available formats: 30 x 20 cm, 42 x 30 cm, 60 x 42 cm. Choose print only or a black oak frame.

Three figures are aligned along a central vertical axis within a framed architectural opening, while two additional figures occupy the foreground on either side. The composition is layered, with the central figure held in depth and the frontal figures extending the image outward.

The image is governed by alignment and enclosure. The central opening defines a contained field, while the flanking figures disrupt a simple reading by introducing parallel planes of presence. The structure holds through this tension between depth and frontal expansion.

Part of the Caryatis series, a long-term body of work exploring traditional Greek costume through directed portraiture.

Printing Process

As Seen On

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Close-up of a black-and-white photographic print by George Tatakis

Unsurpassed Printing Quality

Pigment Lucia inks by Canon, in 12x ink printer with outstanding printing resolution, and shades of gray. Hahnemühle Baryta Photo Rag 315gsm 100% cotton paper. A combination that is fade-safe for >100 years. The image shown is a photo of an actual black and white wall art timeless piece from our shop.

Framing Process

Black and white art wall photography by George Tatakis

Framing Service

Framing is an integral part of the artwork. Our selected frame is crafted from solid black-painted oak wood, with all components of archival grade. Each piece is protected by museum-grade glazing with UV filtering, ensuring both preservation and presentation. Prints are handled exclusively with cotton gloves throughout the process.

Available sizes (approximate, depending on the mat cut):

• Small: 44 × 34 cm
• Medium: 58 × 46 cm
• Large: 78 × 60 cm

This careful attention to both materials and framing reflects the craftsmanship and longevity that define every artwork.

Details

  • The unique house seal of George Tatakis fine-art photography

    House Sealed

    All our shop's black and white fine-art photographic artworks come with the unique George Tatakis House Seal. George Tatakis is the recipient of 24 international awards.

  • Crates for framed artwork by George Tatakis

    Wooden Crate

    Your framed photographic artwork arrives in a wooden crate* to ensure safe delivery. This price is taken into consideration in the overall price of the artwork.

    *The actual shape and style of the crate may vary, as it is custom-made per order.