Chromatic Cartography

“Chromatic Cartography” – A Handpainted Decorative Plate by Anna Tsetsos 
One-of-a-Kind | Collector’s Ceramic | A Map of Memory and Emotion

Chromatic Cartography is a vivid and emotionally evocative handpainted ceramic piece by Greek artist Anna Tsetsos. With its intricate interplay of color, pattern, and form, this work reads like a map—not of landscapes, but of inner worlds. It is an abstract exploration of memory, movement, and the way joy often appears in fragments.

The composition pulses with life: jewel-like shapes in brilliant green, crimson, gold, lavender, and orange emerge from a tapestry of stippled textures and softly undulating divisions. These elements are encased within bold black lines, suggesting paths, borders, or perhaps the contours of an imagined terrain. The outer rim, a field of soft terracotta dotted with contrasting blue and rust, acts as a grounding perimeter, balancing the electric spontaneity within.

Anna describes this piece as “a topographical diary of how colors feel”—each hue a memory, each segment a fleeting impression of a place once visited or a moment deeply felt. The piece invites the viewer to wander through it, to trace their own emotional geography across its surface.

Details:

• Medium: Hand-shaped ceramic
• Technique: Acrylic on ceramic with layered stippling and bold contour work
• Dimensions: It weighs approximately 1240 grams, has a diameter of 33-34 cm and a depth of 2 cm.
• Finish: Satin-glaze with matte and gloss interplay
• Origin: Anna Tsetsos Studio, Greece

Perfect for collectors of contemporary abstraction and those drawn to art that evokes both movement and meaning, Chromatic Cartography is more than a decorative object—it’s a guided journey through sensation, mapped in color and time.

Anna Tsetsos – Artist Bio

Anna Tsetsos is a contemporary Greek ceramic artist whose work bridges ancestral tradition with modern emotional expression. Born into a family of artisans in the northern Greece, Anna’s creative journey began at the intersection of folk craft and fine art. Her hand-thrown and handpainted ceramic pieces are infused with memory, symbolism, and the tactile rhythms of Mediterranean life.

Guided by a reverence for storytelling, Anna’s work draws from Byzantine iconography, mosaic forms, and floral motifs found in ancient Greek textile patterns. Each piece is a meditation on color, form, and emotion—crafted not just to be seen, but to be felt. She describes her process as “painting with instinct, sculpting with memory.”

Anna’s studio practice honors slow craftsmanship. Every plate, vessel, or tile is one-of-a-kind, made using natural materials and sustainable techniques. Her work has been featured in boutique galleries across Europe and has found a home in private collections that value authenticity, history, and soul.

Through her art, Anna invites viewers to reconnect with the sacred beauty of the everyday—transforming utilitarian objects into timeless expressions of joy, heritage, and presence.