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Paula CraioveanuThe Painter's Studio original painting by Paula Craioveanu oil on canvas Framed2022
2022
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"The Painter's Studio", oil on canvas, 39x27.5in / 100x70cm
The artist's studio and art objects part of artist' life and work. A sculpture, an antique head and a painting that reminds us of Vasari's depiction of his studio.
Painting within a painting, is the concept, of including another painting (here the painted painting is also framed, - the scene depicting Vasari at work in his Florence studio in the 16th century). Vasari depicted himself in a fresco in his own home, in Florence, in his studio at work. His house still exists and show us the life and work of a Renaissance artist. Giorgio Vasari was an Italian painter and architect, the author of "The Lifes of the most excellent Painters, Sculptors and Architects", and for this book is considered also the first art historian.
"The Painter's Studio" is part of the neo-mythology project,
Shipped as it is, stretched, and framed.
This painting is rich with layers of narrative and symbolic interplay. It combines elements of classical art, modern interior design, and a sense of temporal and spatial juxtaposition. The composition is thought-provoking, offering multiple levels of engagement for the viewer.
The prominent marble-like bust in the foreground establishes a strong connection to classical art and antiquity. Its detailed rendering and monumental size suggest themes of timelessness, intellectualism, and cultural heritage. The profile gaze also adds a contemplative, almost guardian-like presence to the composition.
The framed scene in the background introduces a secondary narrative, depicting figures in an Renaissance style interior, with muted tones and candlelight creating an intimate atmosphere. This signifies historical reflection or a memory-like echo within the painting's world. The stark contrast between the classical bust and the dynamic, human-focused scene invites the viewer to think about contrasts in time and culture.
The modern chest of drawers, the plant, and the delicate candelabra ground the piece in a contemporary domestic environment. This juxtaposition of ancient and modern creates a layered commentary on how classical art and history influence or coexist with our present lives.
The small reclining figure sculpture atop the furniture mirrors the larger marble bust, creating a visual link between the classical and decorative. This suggests a hierarchy or continuum in how we perceive art: from monumental, revered forms to smaller, personal objects.
The plant introduces a natural, organic element, softening the otherwise intellectual tone of the painting.
The artist employs soft greens, blues, and earthy tones, imbuing the piece with a calming atmosphere. The warm hues of the wooden furniture balance the coolness of the marble bust and the distant tones of the framed scene, providing visual harmony.
The brushwork is loose and expressive, particularly in the background and the plant, blending realism with impressionistic tendencies. The choice to render the framed interior scene with more abstraction emphasizes its role as a memory or secondary focus.
The interplay of classical and contemporary elements recalls Neoclassicism but reimagined for a modern sensibility.
The "painting within a painting" motif harks back to Baroque and Dutch Golden Age traditions, where artists explored layers of reality within their work.
The reflective nature of the piece also aligns with postmodern art, which often layers time, space, and cultural references.
Biography:
Paula Craioveanu is a Romanian artist, born in 1976. She grew up surrounded by art and inspiration, in a family of artists. Trained in Bucharest and New York as an architect and painter. Holds a degree in Architecture and a PhD in Visual Arts. Presently working as a full-time artist.
At the age of 16, Paula Craioveanu moved to New York, where she came in contact with New York’s vibrant art scene, she graduated from high school and then studied at Parsons School of Design. Then she moved back to Romania where she studied for the next 6 years at the Architecture University in Bucharest and graduated with a degree in Architecture in 2000. In 2013 she earned a Ph.D in Visual Arts at the University of Arts in Bucharest with the theme “Geometry of Space in 17th century Dutch painting”. After this, she dedicated her full time to art, and showed her talent to the art world.
Paula Craioveanu works in acrylic and oil paints, but also pen and ink or tempera works on paper. She regularly participates in shows and exhibitions in galleries along the East and West Coast of the United States, like bG Gallery Santa Monica, Dacia Gallery and Perseus Gallery in New York.
Paula Craioveanu’s work is featured on the two most exclusive online art marketplaces, 1stDibs and Artsy.
Over the course of 20 years, Paula Craioveanu has created several painting series: “Abstract”, “Interiors”, “Nude in Interior”, “NeoMythology”. Paula Craioveanu’s work has been placed in private collection around the world, both in Europe and in the United States.
Today, Paula Craioveanu has set up studios and works in Bucharest and New York.
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- Creator:Paula Craioveanu (1976, Romanian)
- Creation Year:2022
- Dimensions:Height: 39 in (99.06 cm)Width: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Forest Hills, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: Romanian-American artist. PhD in Visual Arts.1stDibs: LU2240213087672
Paula Craioveanu
Trained in Bucharest and New York as architect and painter. Holds a degree in Architecture and a PhD in Visual Arts. Presently working as a full-time artist.
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