Artwork
Sf. Paraschiva
Sf. Paraschiva is a drawing by Partenie Poienaru. It is held in the collection of the Alba Iulia Orthodox Archdiocese. The painting Sf.
About this work
Overview
The painting Sf. Paraschiva is a depiction of a woman in ornate attire, set against a blue sky with a gold halo. The work is characterized by a folk art or naive art style.
Subject & Meaning
The woman, likely a saint, is shown wearing a gold crown and holding a cross and a flowering plant. She is surrounded by four winged figures, possibly angels, and is framed by a decorative border featuring leaves and flowers.
Technique & Style
The painting's style is marked by a simplicity and directness associated with folk or naive art. The use of bold colors, such as blue and red, and the gold accents contribute to its distinctive visual character.
Context
The work is comparable to the style of Partenie Poienaru, a known artist, suggesting a possible connection or influence.
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…
