Artwork
Vas cu flori
Vas cu flori is an unspecified painting by Alexandru Ciucurencu. It dates from 1935 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Art of Romania.
About this work
Overview
Created in 1935 by Romanian painter Alexandru Ciucurencu, this work presents a modest still‑life composition. Two white vases adorned with blue motifs hold clusters of yellow blossoms, set against a pale, neutral background that suggests an interior space.
Subject & Meaning
The arrangement focuses on everyday objects—a pair of vessels and flowers—inviting contemplation of ordinary beauty. The subdued palette and restrained setting convey a sense of quiet domesticity, emphasizing the fleeting presence of the blossoms within a calm environment.
Technique & Style
Ciucurencu employs a loose, sketch‑like approach, allowing brushstrokes and surface texture to remain visible. The painting relies on muted tones of white, gray, and soft blues, while the yellow flowers provide a restrained contrast, reinforcing an intimate, unembellished atmosphere.
History & Provenance
The piece belongs to the artist’s mid‑career period, when he explored still‑life subjects with a focus on tonal subtlety. It remains documented as a 1935 work by Ciucurencu, though specific details of its exhibition history or ownership are not recorded in the available sources.
Artist & collection
Artist
Alexandru Ciucurencu painted scenes from everyday life and the human body in the mid-20th century.
