Artwork

Partial view of the wooden church "Sf. Archangels "from Ociu, Valea Jos commune, Hunedoara county (1982)

Catalina Marin , 1982

Partial view of the wooden church "Sf. Archangels "from Ociu, Valea Jos commune, Hunedoara county (1982) is a photography by Catalina Marin. It dates from 1982 and is held in the collection of the "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum. This 1982 black-and-white photograph captures a detailed view of a corner of the wooden 'Sf.

About this work

Back then, photographers Elena Alterescu and Cătălina Marin documented traditional wedding textiles inside.

This black-and-white photo shows a close-up corner of a wooden church. Rough planks curve over a small, arched window. Light barely catches a few details.

The church is over 200 years old. It was built in the 1700s but the photo dates to 1982. Back then, photographers Elena Alterescu and Cătălina Marin documented traditional wedding textiles inside.

You can still visit this church today. Look up the Museum of Ethnography to see more photos from their 1982 campaign.

Overview

This 1982 black-and-white photograph captures a detailed view of a corner of the wooden 'Sf. Archangels' church in Ociu, Hunedoara county. The image focuses on the church's aged, curved planks and a small arched window, with light illuminating select details.

Subject & Meaning

The subject is a specific architectural element of the 'Sf. Archangels' church, emphasizing its wooden construction and age. The photograph's context within a project on traditional textiles and weddings subtly links the church to local cultural practices.

Technique & Style

The photograph is characterized by its black-and-white palette and close-up composition, highlighting the textures of the wooden church. The low-key lighting adds to the overall sense of antiquity and preserves the subject's historic feel.

History & Provenance

Taken in September 1982 by Elena Alterescu and Cătălina Marin, this photo is part of a research campaign documenting interior textiles and traditional weddings in Zarand Country. The church itself dates to the mid-18th century, with its paintings from 1821.

Context

The church, dedicated to 'The Holy Archangels Michael and Gavriil', is a listed historical monument (LMI HD-II-m-A-03374). It remains accessible today, with additional photos from the 1982 campaign available through the Museum of Ethnography.

Artist & collection

Artist

Catalina Marin

She spent weeks in the same wooden church, sleeping on a bench behind the altar, because the light inside only hit the frescoes right at 10 a.m.

Museum

"Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum

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