Artwork
Plantă exotică din Cuba
Plantă exotică din Cuba is a print by Micaela Eleutheriade. It dates from 1977 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Overview
Plantă exotică din Cuba is a painting by Micaela Eleutheriade, created around 1977. The work depicts a simple still life arrangement.
Subject & Meaning
The painting features a clay pot on a table, containing three bold red flowers with dark centers and thick green leaves, evoking a tropical or exotic atmosphere. The title suggests a connection to Cuba, possibly referencing the plant's origin or inspiration.
Technique & Style
The artwork is characterized by loose, almost sketchy brushstrokes and a vivid color palette. A bright yellow background contrasts with the red flowers, creating a striking visual effect. White highlights on the petals add to the dynamic feel of the painting.
Artist & collection
Artist
Micaela Eleutheriade (1900–1982) was a noted Romanian painter and engraver. She was a descendant, through her mother, of the painter Gheorghe Tattarescu, the pioneer of neoclassicism in Romania.
