Artwork

Soțul meu

Soțul meu, by Micaela Eleutheriade, 1932
Soțul meu, by Micaela Eleutheriade, 1932

Soțul meu is a print by Micaela Eleutheriade. It dates from 1932 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.

About this work

Overview

Soțul meu is a painting by Micaela Eleutheriade, created around 1932.

Subject & Meaning

The painting depicts a man intently writing at a desk, surrounded by books and papers, conveying a sense of studiousness or creative work. The warm atmosphere of the room suggests a quiet, personal space.

Technique & Style

The artist's use of chiaroscuro, evident in the contrast between the green-shaded lamp's warm glow and the surrounding shadows, creates a sense of depth and focus. The lamp's handcrafted appearance adds to the room's cozy, intimate feel.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Micaela Eleutheriade

Artist

Micaela Eleutheriade

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.