I have fond memories of exploring the Greek islands way back in the 20th century when it was still possible to find secluded beaches and little family run hotels. Alas, mass tourism has made all of that unlikely. The Berlin-based anonymous Greek artist who goes by the name Krank has made a bold statement with a powerful land art installation on the island of Paxos.

Here’s what the artist had to say about the work: SOLD by The Krank (@the.krank)
140m2 land art installation for @paxosbiennale MANIFESTO OF MEMORY

SOLD is an artwork created on a beach using stones collected on site, with the dark ones forming the word SOLD. The choice of the word is highly charged, suggesting the commodification and privatization of land and coastline. The juxtaposition of the natural beauty with human intervention and development adds a dimension of timeliness and urgency to the work.

The placement of the word on the ground, reminds of the stamps used in real estate sales and serves as a form of protest. The work invites the viewer to consider the environmental and social consequences of selling, exploiting land and building development. SOLD is therefore not only an artistic creation, but also a political statement. In this way, I add my voice to a broader dialogue on environmental justice and sustainability.