Artwork

Icoa Co

Icoa Co, by Mureșanu Ilarion Ion
Icoa Co, by Mureșanu Ilarion Ion

Icoa Co is a drawing by Mureșanu Ilarion Ion. It is held in the collection of the "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum.

About this work

Overview

The object consists of the rear side of a framed drawing, mounted on a wooden panel that exhibits signs of aging such as faded brown paint and minor cracking. The frame’s darkened edges and the fabric backing suggest it was stored on a museum shelf rather than displayed publicly.

History & Provenance

A handwritten label in green ink affixed to the back bears the codes “M.S. 37298” and “19718.” These alphanumeric markings are typical of museum inventory systems, indicating the work’s accession or catalog numbers within a collection.

Context

The wooden backing shows wear consistent with long-term storage, including surface discoloration and small fissures. The fabric behind the frame appears to be a standard archival material used to protect works in museum storage environments.

Artist & collection

Artist

Mureșanu Ilarion Ion

Ilarion Ion Mureșanu painted traditional religious scenes on glass and textiles, working in the style of Nicula icon painting.