Artwork
Învierea lui Iisus și Sf. Nicolae, cu 24 scene de praznic
Învierea lui Iisus și Sf. Nicolae, cu 24 scene de praznic is a drawing by Partenie Poienaru. It is held in the collection of the Alba Iulia Unification National Museum. The work presents a densely arranged tableau of twenty‑four miniature scenes set within a grid‑like framework.
About this work
Overview
The work presents a densely arranged tableau of twenty‑four miniature scenes set within a grid‑like framework. Each compartment contains figures—standing, kneeling, or holding symbolic objects such as crosses or books—rendered in vivid hues, notably gold, red, and blue. A central figure in orange attire, topped with an elaborate hat and clutching a book, anchors the composition.
Subject & Meaning
The individual panels depict a series of religious episodes, likely drawn from the life of Christ and the legend of Saint Nicholas, as suggested by the title. The recurring motifs of prayer, liturgical gestures, and scriptural texts indicate a devotional purpose, inviting contemplation of sacred narratives.
Technique & Style
The artist employs a bright, saturated palette and clear delineation of forms, emphasizing contrast between robes and backgrounds. The grid structure creates a rhythmic visual flow, while the small scale of each scene allows for intricate detailing, reminiscent of manuscript illumination.
History & Provenance
The piece is catalogued as an image rather than a physical object, implying it may be a digital reproduction of an earlier work. No specific dates, creators, or collection information are provided, limiting knowledge of its origin or ownership history.
Context
Such multi‑scene compositions were common in Eastern Orthodox iconography, where narrative cycles were displayed for liturgical instruction. The inclusion of multilingual captions aligns with the tradition of making sacred stories accessible to diverse congregations.
Artist & collection
Artist
Porenaru painted religious scenes steeped in Orthodox tradition. Look for *Judecata de Apoi* in two versions: a 1895 oil and a 1892 pencil drawing, both showing the Last Judgment with dense, fiery skies and tiny human…
Museum
Alba Iulia Unification National Museum
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