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Paula CraioveanuSaint Sebastian - original painting on round canvas Paula Craioveanu2019
2019
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£1,249
€1,442.62
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"St Sebastian", acrylic on canvas, 20in, round
Inspired by the St Sebastian religious paintings, this double portrait is a dreamlike superimposed view of an expressive and sensual figure.
The painting depicts a fragmented and layered portrayal of Saint Sebastian, a Christian martyr often associated with themes of resilience, suffering, and faith. Central to the composition is a stylized figure holding a spear—a key attribute of Sebastian’s martyrdom—and a palm branch, symbolizing victory over death and spiritual triumph. The overlapping faces and hands evoke a sense of fragmentation, lending the image a dynamic and surreal quality.
The figure is androgynous and idealized, with soft, classically inspired facial features. The gaze is calm and resolute, a common depiction of saints in traditional art, emphasizing inner strength and divine grace. The multiple, overlapping faces suggest a multiplicity of perspectives or dimensions, reinforcing Sebastian’s role as both a historical figure and a spiritual symbol. The hands, delicately holding the spear and branch, contribute to the painting's narrative of quiet endurance amidst suffering.
The background is composed of swirling golden tones, reminiscent of religious iconography and halos. The cloudy, ethereal forms in the background suggest a heavenly realm or divine presence, situating Saint Sebastian in a spiritual context. The circular format enhances the timeless and eternal quality of the work, aligning with the religious and symbolic nature of the subject.
The painting exhibits visible brushwork, with a layered, textured surface that mimics the aged appearance of religious frescoes or gilded panels. The soft, flowing application of paint contrasts with the sharp delineation of the spear and palm branch, creating a balance between ethereal and tangible elements.
The dominant colors are warm golds and ochres, punctuated by cool blues and whites. The golden hues evoke sanctity, divinity, and spiritual illumination, while the blue of the drapery introduces a sense of humanity and humility. The muted tones and limited palette are in keeping with the solemnity and reverence associated with religious art.
The lighting is soft and diffuse, creating a sense of harmony and serenity. Subtle highlights on the face and hands give the figure a three-dimensional quality, while shadows between the fragmented faces and elements create depth and complexity. The interplay of light and shadow mirrors the spiritual tension between suffering and transcendence.
The spear piercing through the figure references Saint Sebastian’s martyrdom, while the palm branch underscores his spiritual victory. The fragmented composition and layered faces symbolize the multiplicity of identities and roles Sebastian embodies—martyr, protector, and intercessor. The swirling clouds evoke divine intervention and the saint's connection to the heavenly realm.
This piece expands the Neo-Mythology series into Christian iconography, reimagining Saint Sebastian as both a historical figure and a modern symbol of resilience and duality. The fragmentation aligns with the series’ broader themes of deconstructing classical and spiritual archetypes, presenting Sebastian as an eternal, multifaceted figure. The synthesis of modern surrealism with traditional religious symbolism creates a compelling reinterpretation of the saint’s narrative, making it relevant to contemporary audiences.
This painting is a powerful visual meditation on faith, endurance, and transcendence, blending classical elements with modern techniques to explore the enduring relevance of Saint Sebastian’s story.
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:2019
- Dimensions:Height: 19.6 in (49.79 cm)Width: 19.6 in (49.79 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Forest Hills, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: Romanian-American artist. PhD in Visual Arts.1stDibs: LU2240211649242
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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