Artwork

Temaobri

Temaobri, by Tămaș Petru
Temaobri, by Tămaș Petru

Temaobri is a drawing by Tămaș Petru. It is held in the collection of the "Dimitrie Gusti" National Village Museum.

About this work

Overview

Temaobri is an image depicting a group of figures gathered around a central figure with arms raised.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure appears to be pointing or reaching upwards towards a starry sky. Some figures are surrounded by halos, suggesting they are holy or significant. The arrangement and symbolism imply a scene of spiritual or mystical importance.

Technique & Style

The image is characterized by bold outlines, flat colors, and a lack of shading, giving it a two-dimensional appearance. The style is hand-drawn with a rough yet deliberate touch, using bright colors such as reds and blues for the figures' robes.

Artist & collection

Artist

Tămaș Petru

Tămaș Petru’s small drawings—like Icoaiv v and Icoaată—feel intimate and direct. The spare, rough lines suggest a hand moving fast, capturing shapes that read like faces or objects without fussing over details. The…