Artwork

Sf. Haralambie

Sf. Haralambie, by Ilie Poienaru
Sf. Haralambie, by Ilie Poienaru

Sf. Haralambie is a drawing by Ilie Poienaru. It is held in the collection of the Alba Iulia Unification National Museum. The painting 'Sf.

About this work

Overview

The painting 'Sf. Haralambie' depicts a bearded figure seated on a rock, surrounded by two smaller attendants, set against a deep blue background.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure, dressed in bright orange robes, holds a book and a miniature building, suggesting a religious identity and a role related to a place of worship. The attendants carry a cross and a scroll, reinforcing the religious context.

Technique & Style

The composition features a prominent central figure with gold halos around the heads of all three figures, indicating their sanctity. The painting's edges are ornamented with floral motifs in red, green, and gold, adding to its decorative quality.

Artist & collection

Artist

Ilie Poienaru

Ilie Poienaru kept his life quieter than his bold ink lines. He drew saints and biblical scenes with a steady hand, using nothing but black and white to make halos glow and robes drape real. If you’ve ever stood in a…