Artwork
Sfânta Parascheva

Sfânta Parascheva is an unspecified painting by the Byzantine icon painting artist Pavel Zamfir. It dates from 1856 and is held in the collection of the National Museum of Transylvanian History.
About this work
Overview
Sfânta Parascheva, created by Pavel Zamfir in 1856, is a religious artwork featuring a female saint in a distinctive red robe and crown-like headpiece, set against a deep blue background.
Subject & Meaning
The subject, likely Saint Parascheva, is depicted in a devotional pose, holding a cross in her right hand and blessing with her left, conveying a sense of religious reverence and spiritual authority.
Technique & Style
The painting exhibits bold coloration and a simple, direct composition, characteristic of traditional or folk art, possibly influenced by Eastern European artistic traditions.
History & Provenance
Attributed to Pavel Zamfir, the work's creation date is established as 1856; however, detailed provenance information is not provided.
Artist & collection
Artist
Pavel Zamfir painted saints with the same calm he used to sketch his own hands in the margins of prayer books.
Museum
National Museum of Transylvanian History
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