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Nude in Interior (Woman on Top) large oil painting Paula Craioveanu 39x27in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Nude in Interior - Woman on Top" - original large art by Paula Craioveanu Original, large, unique painting, oil on canvas, 39x27in / 100x70cm . Shipped as it is stretched ready for ...
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2010s Expressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Centaur with Harp original Paula Craioveanu oil/canvas Neo Mythology
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“Centaur with Harp”, 70x50cm, 31.5x19.5in, oil on canvas, from the same series of Neo-Mythology paintings. Shipped as it is, stretched. Comes with a certificate of authenticity sign...
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2010s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

THE WARRIOR - THE SHIELD -THE MUSE Paula Craioveanu 3 round canvas NeoMythology
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
The Warrior The Shield The Muse These paintings were inspired by ancient masks and statues and they are part of Neo-Mythology series. Painted with on round canvases (20cm / 8in) U...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

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Gold Leaf

OLD WORLD NEW WORLD - original large painting by Paula Craioveanu 59x39in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Old World New World", acrylic on canvas, 59x39in, 150x100cm Large original, one-of-a-kind, painting. Shipped rolled in a tube. Free shipping for items over $500 with 1stDibs code FR...
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2010s Contemporary Landscape Paintings

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Canvas, Acrylic

The Painter's Studio original painting by Paula Craioveanu oil on canvas Framed
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"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 remin...
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2010s Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Man and the Machines #4 Paula Craioveanu oil/canvas Neo Mythology FRAMED
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“Man and the Machines #4”, 70x50cm, 31.5x19.5in, acrylic on canvas from the same series of Neo-Mythology paintings. Young male deity placed in an industrial modern space. It reflect...
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2010s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

NAIAD Nymph original painting by Paula Craioveanu 39x23in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Naiad (work in progress) Original painting. size 39x23in / 100x60cm . Shipped stretched as it is, ready for hanging. "Midday (Nude on Armchair 3") is a striking addition to this se...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Hypnos 2 God of Sleep signed Paula Craioveanu oil on canvas
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Hypnos 2", oil on canvas, 15.74x23.6in / 40x60cm Hypnos is the personification of sleep, the god who touches humans with his wings. His mission is to help people sleep. Part of New...
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2010s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

SAN MARCO INTERIOR original painting oil/canvas Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"San Marco Interior", original, unique painting, 60x80cm / 23.5x27.5in Shipped stretched ready for display by airmail. This oil painting of the Interior of San Marco Church in Venic...
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2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Louis XVI #7 original painting by Paula Craioveanu 27.5x19.5in framed
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Louis XVI #7 Part of "Mixed Moods" solo show, 2023 Original painting. Size 27.5x19.5in / 70x50cm . Acrylic on canvas. Silver deep frame. The period armchair, style Louis XVI, becom...
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2010s Contemporary Interior Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

AGE OF INNOCENCE - original round painting by Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Age of Innocence", original unique painting. A feminine, innocent presence, portrait of a girl with a Venetian mask. acrylic on canvas. 20in / 50cm, round. Shipped from Forest Hil...
Category

2010s Contemporary Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Nude in the Shadow original painting by Paula Craioveanu elipse
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Original painting representing a female nude in afternoon light . Female nude seen by a female artist - female gaze. Painted on oval canvas. Size is 65 x46 cm / 25.5 x18in. Ready fo...
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2010s Feminist Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

The Sphinx - unique piece by Paula Craioveanu Neo Mythology
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This painting was inspired by ancient masks and statues and it's part of my Neo-Mythology series. Painted with acrylic on round canvas (20cm / 8in) Unique work, not a series. Ready f...
Category

2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Apollo - unique piece by Paula Craioveanu Neo Mythology
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This painting was inspired by ancient masks and statues and it's part of my Neo-Mythology series. Painted with acrylic on round canvas (20cm / 8in) Unique work, not a series. Ready f...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Don't Look Back - unique piece by Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
This painting was inspired by ancient masks and statues and it's part of my Neo-Mythology series. Painted with acrylic on round canvas (20cm / 8in) Unique work, not a series. Ready f...
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2010s Contemporary Portrait Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

PICTOPOETRY 8 signed #20/20 by Paula Craioveanu Photograph 16x20in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Surreal Nude, part of my "Pictopoetry" series. Printed on Hahnemuhle art photo paper with white borders, overall size 16x20in. This particular one is signed and numbered 20 of 20 (e...
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2010s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Photographic Paper

PICTOPOETRY 4 signed #20/20 by Paula Craioveanu Photograph 20x16in in mat 28x20i
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Surreal Nude, part of my "Pictopoetry" series. Printed on Hahnemuhle art photo paper with white borders, overall size 20x16in. This particular one is signed and numbered 20 of 20 (e...
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2010s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Photographic Paper

PICTOPOETRY 3 signed #20/20 by Paula Craioveanu Photograph 20x16in in mat 28x20
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
PICTOPOETRY 3 signed #20/20 by Paula Craioveanu Photograph 20x16in in mat 28x20in. Surreal Nude, part of my "Pictopoetry" series. Printed on Hahnemuhle art photo paper with white b...
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2010s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Photographic Paper

Pictopoetry #7 Paula Craioveanu print on aluminium Abstract Nude Cubomania
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Pictopoetry #7, print on aluminiun, ready for hanging, metal frame on the back, 50x37x0.2cm / 19.7x14.5in Pictopoetry series is based on the avantgarde concept "nothing is impossible...
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2010s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Metal

Pictopoetry #5 Paula Craioveanu print on aluminium Abstract Nude Cubomania
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Pictopoetry #5, print on aluminiun, ready for hanging, metal frame on the back, 50x37x0.2cm / 19.7x14.5in Pictopoetry series is based on the avantgarde concept "nothing is impossible...
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2010s Surrealist Nude Prints

Materials

Metal

FADING INTO STONE 2 surreal original oil/canvas Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Fading into Stone 2" . Original, unique painting. oil on canvas, 80x60cm / 27.5x23.5in. Shipped stretched ready for display. “Fading into Stone 2”, suggests a continuation of the ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

FADING INTO STONE 1 original surreal painting oil/canvas Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Fading into Stone 1", original, unique painting, 80x60cm / 27.5x23.5in Shipped stretched ready for display. “Fading into Stone 1” presents a striking fusion of sculpture and interi...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

WINGED GENIUS- original painting by Paula Craioveanu Neo Mythology
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Winged Genius", oil on canvas, 70x110cm, 27.5×43.5in Winged Genius is a fantastic character, a mythological creature, a male figure with birds’ wings, a guardian spirit, a demigod. ...
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2010s Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil

The Horse Tamer - original painting by Paula Craioveanu - Neo Mythology Hero
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
The Horse Tamer, oil on canvas, 200x100cm/ 79x39in. Shipped rolled in a tube, anywhere in the world. Comes with a certificate of authenticity, signed by the artis The horse tamer, i...
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2010s Figurative Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

Amphibian Man male nude painting larger than life original by Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Amphibian Man, acrylic on canvas, 200x100cm, 80x40in The painting was inspired by an amphibious creature called Ichtyandro, half man half fish, able to live and breath in both worlds...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Atlas - larger than life painting male nude original by Paula Craioveanu 59x59in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Atlas, acrylic on canvas, 150x150cm, 59x59in Atlant, or Atlas is in mythology the Titan who holds the globe, the sky, the heavens on his shoulders for eternity. Part of Neo Mytholo...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Acrylic

Nude in French Interior - original extra large oil painting by Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Nude in French interior", in a classical room lighted from one side. Part of my Nude in interior series. Nude placed in a a sober classical interior in contrast with the modern rel...
Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

BOYS WILL BE BOYS original art Paula Craioveanu Male Nude Female Gaze
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“Boys will be Boys”, male nude, tempera pencil charcoal on blue paper, 27.5x19.5in, 70x50cm. Check 1stDibs free shipping code for items over $500. Shipped rolled in a tube, well pa...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Tempera, Archival Paper

VENUS RESTAUREE original art Paula Craioveanu Nude inspired by Man Ray
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“Venus Restauree”, tempera pencil charcoal on blue paper. Check 1stDibs free shipping code for items over $500. Shipped rolled in a tube, well packed. Artist Statement "I started...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Tempera, Archival Paper

VENUS STILL LIFE original art Paula Craioveanu Nude inspired by Man Ray
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“Venus Still Life”, tempera pencil charcoal on blue paper. Check 1stDibs free shipping code for items over $500. Shipped rolled in a tube, well packed. Artist Statement "I starte...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Tempera, Archival Paper

Sunrise (Nude on Armchair #4) original painting Paula Craioveanu 39x23in FRAMED
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Sunrise (Nude on Armchair 4) part of Nude on Armchair series, see the other 3 paintings of the series. Original painting, size 39x23in / 100x60cm . Ship...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Midday (Nude on Armchair 3) original painting by Paula Craioveanu 39x23in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Midday (Nude on Armchair 3". Part of my "Nude on Armchair " series. Original painting. size 39x23in / 100x60cm . Shipped stretched as it is, ready for hanging. See the other 3 pain...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Acrylic, Canvas

Night Nude on Armchair2 original painting Paula Craioveanu 39x23in Expressionist
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Night (Nude on Armchair 2). Part of my "Nude on Armchair" series. Original painting. size 39x23in / 100x60cm . Shipped stretched, as it is, ready for hanging, from Florida, US. See...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas

Day Nude on Armchair 1 original painting Paula Craioveanu 39x23in Expressionist
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Day (Nude on Armchair 1)/ Part of my "Nudeon Armchair" series. Original painting. size 39x23in / 100x60cm . Shipped stretched, as it is, ready for hanging...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

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Acrylic, Canvas

PASSION #3 - nude male painting by Paula Craioveanu oil on canvas
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Passion #3" . Composition with Two Male Nudes, oil on canvas, 35.5x19.5in / 90x50cm Part of "Wings of Gods" solo show, April 2024. see pictures from the show. Shipped as it is, stre...
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2010s Academic Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Passion #2 - Red Nude painting oil/canvas original Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Passion #2". Composition with two female nudes, oil on canvas, 35.5x19.5in / 90x50cm Part of "Wings of Gods", solo show. Shipped as it is, stretched. Free shipping with 1stDibs code...
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2010s Post-Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

PASSION #1 - Nude Male painting Paula Craioveanu oil on canvas
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Passion #1" - An original signed oil painting on canvas by artist Paula Craioveanu - titled "Passion #1". Hand painted and hand signed by artist upper right. It is also signed, ti...
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2010s Modern Figurative Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

Blue Summer - Female Nude original round painting by Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Part of my Nude series. "Blue Summer" in the afternoon, nude female painting. Round, 40cm, / 15.7in diameter. This painting on a round canvas represents a beautiful synthesis of ab...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

Interior with Minotaur original painting by Paula Craioveanu 23.5x31.5in FRAMED
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Minotaur in Interior, 80x60cm / 31.5×23.6in Shipped stretched, as it is, ready for hanging and FRAMED. This painting, "Minotaur in Interior" offers a fascinating interplay of mythol...
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2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

The Tower - original large oil painting Paula Craioveanu 55x40in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"The Tower" - original large art by Paula Craioveanu Original, large, unique painting, oil on canvas, 31.5x23.6in / 80x60cm. Shipped stretched, from Florida. Check 1stDibs code FREESHIP This painting, a study of an elaborate spiral staircase, demonstrates the artist’s skill in merging architectural elegance with a dynamic sense of movement and mystery. The subject itself—a wrought iron spiral staircase—becomes more than a functional object; it transforms into a metaphor for transcendence, curiosity, and the infinite. The staircase is richly ornate, with swirling ironwork patterns and intricate details that capture the eye. The artist emphasizes the craftsmanship, elevating the staircase into a work of art itself. The ornamental designs echo Baroque or Rococo influences, known for their flamboyance and decorative excess. The spiral is inherently dynamic, drawing the viewer’s gaze upward in a continuous loop. This quality imbues the staircase with motion and energy, almost as if it is alive, spiraling into another dimension. The artist employs a dramatic perspective, positioning the viewer at the base of the staircase, looking upward. This composition evokes a sense of aspiration or awe, as if the staircase ascends to an unknown destination. The light filtering through the structure accentuates the curvature and creates a contrast between the solid metal of the staircase and the soft, ephemeral glow of the environment. This interplay of light and shadow enhances the mood, making the staircase seem both tangible and ethereal. The cool metallic grays and silvers of the staircase reflect its materiality, suggesting durability and permanence. At the same time, the reflective surfaces give it a shimmering, almost celestial quality. The background is suffused with warm, earthy tones—yellows, browns, and muted greens—that contrast with the cold metal of the staircase. This contrast creates a sense of tension between the man-made structure and the organic or natural environment surrounding it. Symbolism. Spiral staircases are often symbolic of a journey, both physical and spiritual. They represent the process of ascent, growth, and transformation. This staircase seems to lead into a vortex of light, suggesting a path to enlightenment or transcendence. The spiral is a recurring motif in art and nature, often representing infinity, cycles, and continuity. The staircase's design hints at a journey without end, encouraging reflection on the passage of time and the eternal nature of life. The destination of the staircase is deliberately obscured, leaving the viewer to wonder where it leads. This creates a sense of mystery, drawing the viewer into an imaginative exploration of the unknown. The swirling patterns in the ironwork mirror the overall spiral shape of the staircase, creating a sense of harmony and cohesion. These designs also add a decorative richness to the piece, tying it to the tradition of Romanticism or Gothic Revival, where even utilitarian objects were imbued with beauty and meaning. The background is loosely rendered, with soft, swirling brushstrokes that echo the spiral of the staircase. This abstraction contrasts with the detailed depiction of the staircase, making the environment feel less defined and more dreamlike. The staircase appears to float in a liminal space, further emphasizing its symbolic and otherworldly qualities. The viewer’s vantage point and the sheer scale of the staircase evoke a feeling of awe. It could symbolize humanity’s ambitions to reach higher realms—intellectually, spiritually, or artistically. The absence of people in the painting draws attention to the object itself, suggesting introspection or solitude. The staircase might represent a solitary journey, one that each individual must take alone. The intricate design and upward motion of the staircase, combined with the lack of a specific time or place, imbue the piece with a sense of timelessness. It could exist in any era, representing universal human themes. In comparison to the artist’s other works, this painting shifts focus from mythological and figurative themes to an architectural subject. Yet, it retains the artist’s characteristic use of ornamentation, bold perspectives, and symbolic depth. Like the Minotaur or Zeus paintings...
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2010s Expressionist Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Oil

PLEASURE PRINCIPLE original art Paula Craioveanu Nude inspired by Matisse
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“Pleasure Principle”, tempera pencil charcoal on blue paper Check 1stDibs free shipping code for items over $500. Shipped rolled in a tube, well packed. This bold and expressive dra...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Ink, Tempera, Archival Paper

ON THE BEACH original art Paula Craioveanu Female Nude FRAMED
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“On the Beach”, tempera pencil charcoal on blue paper, frame included. Framed size 35.8x24in shipped framed. Check 1stDibs free shipping code for items over $500. This drawing is a d...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Tempera, Archival Paper

In the Mood for Love Female Nude original painting by Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“In the Mood for Love”. Original painting, acrylic on canvas. 27.5x19.6x1in/ 70x50x3cm Ready for hanging, no need for frame, painted on the sides. Shipping stretched from New York. ...
Category

2010s Feminist Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

BLUE SUN original art Paula Craioveanu Nude inspired by Matisse
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“Blue Sun” Tempera pencil charcoal on blue paper Shipped rolled in a tube 25x3x3in. Drawing was originally in mat, that covered the right corner!! The lines are the result of the pre...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Tempera, Archival Paper

SUMMER - female nude - by Paula Craioveanu - original sepia drawing
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
SUMMER - female nude - by Paula Craioveanu - original sepia drawing. Sepia ink drawing on watercolor paper inspired by Matisse's nudes. Original, unique, not...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Watercolor, Archival Paper

The Torrent - blue nude by Paula Craioveanu original art inspired by Matisse
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
The Torrent Part of my Blue Nude series, inspired by Matisse. Ultramarine tempera on paper. Shipped rolled in a tube, directly from the artist's st...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Tempera

Blue Nude 1 - original tempera on paper by Paula Craioveanu inspired by Matisse
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Blue Nude. Inspired by Matisse. Part of my "Nude in Interior" series Original, signed. 50x70cm / 20x28in actual size ink, graphite, tempera on pa...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

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Paper, Tempera

Blue Nude 2 - original ultramarine tempera on paper by Paula Craioveanu
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Blue (Female) Nude. Inspired by Matisse. Part of my Nude in Interior series. Original, signed. 50x70cm / 19.5x27.5in actual size ink, graphite, tempera on paper Shipping rolled in ...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

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Tempera, Paper

CENTAUR IN BLUE original art Paula Craioveanu Neo Mythology
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Centaur" Part of Neo Mythology series. Size is 27.5x19.5in / 70x50cm. Shipped rolled in a tube, check 1stDibs free shipping code. Centaur is a mythological figure with the upper bo...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Tempera, Archival Paper

Room with a View - male nude blue drawing by Paula Craioveanu inspired Matisse
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Room with a View Male nude, made with ultramarine blue tempera, inspired by Matisse. 70x50cm / 27.5x19.5in Shipped rolled in a tube directly from Florida. Part of Nude Men series. T...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Ink, Tempera, Archival Paper

Nude in Blue - female nude drawing by Paula Craioveanu inspired by Matisse
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Nude in Blue" Part of my Nude in Interior series. Female nude, ultramarine blue tempera on blue gray paper, inspired by Matisse. 70x50cm / 27.5x1...
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2010s Contemporary Figurative Drawings and Watercolors

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Tempera, Paper

Dreaming - original large blue nude by Paula Craioveanu 39x27in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
“Dreaming”, pencil and ultramarine tempera on paper, inspired by Matisse. Part of Nude in Interior series. Nude shown in a Victorian interior, in a cinematic view. In a distorted per...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Tempera, Pencil, Archival Paper

Sensory Experience - original large nude art by Paula Craioveanu 39x27.5in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Sensory Experience", pencil and ultramarine tempera on paper, inspired by Matisse. Part of Nude in Interior series. Large drawing. Shipped rolled in a tube, from Florida, US. See 1stDibs free shipping offer FREESHIP Artist Statement "I started by painting interiors, being interested in space and perspective through my studies. These scenes evolved, when I added the human figure. I focused more on the human figure and its relation to the background. The human figure is more present than ever in my paintings now. As a woman artist I’ve been preoccupied with the female form and its imagery. One of my goals was to capture the solitary moments and the nude’s relation to the surrounding space. My interest turned from depicting the space to rendering the atmosphere and the scene as a whole, the feeling a woman adds to the environment: warmth, desire, joy, a feeling of power and control, or the opposite – sadness, despair. Here is a collection of figurative paintings, exploring the nudes in interior spaces, seeing the nudes from my perspective, as a woman artist, considering the physical and spiritual realities of a woman’s body, in a new level of intimacy. My paintings are the opposite of objectifying a woman’s or a man’s anatomy. Painted works, featuring female nudes and a also men nudes...
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2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Tempera, Pencil, Paper

Private Moment - original large art Blue Nude by Paula Craioveanu 39x27.5in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Private Moment", 39x27.5in / 100x70cm, pencil and ultramarine tempera on paper, inspired by Matisse. Part of Nude in Interior series. Large drawing. Shipped rolled in a tube, from Florida, US. Free shipping for items over $500 with 1stDibs code. "Private Moment" is an exceptional addition to the "Nude in Interior" series, offering a quiet, introspective narrative that exudes grace and serenity. The young female figure, seated on an elegant armchair, is rendered with the artist's signature ultramarine on ochre paper, a pairing that enhances the emotional depth and sophistication of the scene. The interplay between the figure, the armchair, and the background elevates this work to one of both elegance and intimacy. The composition is centered yet fluid, with the figure reclining gracefully within the ornate frame of the armchair. Her pose—relaxed but introspective—creates a sense of harmony between the human form and the architectural rigidity of the chair. The artist’s sweeping, gestural brushstrokes provide movement and energy to the static pose. The curves of the body mirror the chair’s decorative elements, emphasizing the unity between the figure and her environment. The suggestion of a room or interior space in the background, with its gridded linear patterns, contrasts the organic softness of the figure and the chair. This juxtaposition adds visual interest while grounding the scene in a lived, tangible space. The combination of ultramarine blue and warm ochre paper continues to be a defining characteristic of the series, but here it feels especially poignant. The vivid blue of the figure and chair stands out against the muted background, emphasizing their significance while allowing the ochre to imbue the work with warmth and subtlety. The cool blue tones evoke calmness and introspection, while the warm ochre creates a sense of comfort and intimacy. This duality reflects the subject’s private moment—a mix of solitude, peace, and perhaps quiet contemplation. The figure’s pose—sitting with one leg bent and her arms lightly embracing herself—suggests vulnerability and self-reflection. There’s a narrative of quiet introspection, perhaps even self-care, that invites the viewer into a deeply personal moment. The elegant, almost regal armchair adds an element of formality or tradition to the scene. This contrast between the casual nudity of the figure and the structured formality of the chair lends the piece a timeless quality, connecting it to historical depictions of the reclining nude in fine art. The armchair recalls the opulence of classical interiors, reminiscent of Rococo or Baroque aesthetics. However, the loose, gestural style firmly situates the work in a contemporary context, bridging historical traditions with modern expression. Like many works in the series, "Private Moment" explores themes of solitude, introspection, and the intimate relationship between figure and space. The title emphasizes the personal, unguarded nature of the scene, making it feel both universal and deeply individual. "Private Moment" is a poignant, beautifully composed work that encapsulates the themes of intimacy, elegance, and reflection central to the "Nude in Interior" series. The artist’s expert use of ultramarine and ochre, combined with their dynamic gestural technique, creates a scene that feels timeless yet deeply personal. This piece stands as a testament to the artist’s ability to balance classical influences with modern sensibilities, making it a captivating and thought-provoking work. "Private Moment" is an exceptional addition to the "Nude in Interior" series, offering a quiet, introspective narrative that exudes grace and serenity. The young female figure, seated on an elegant armchair, is rendered with the artist's signature ultramarine on ochre paper, a pairing that enhances the emotional depth and sophistication of the scene. The interplay between the figure, the armchair, and the background elevates this work to one of both elegance and intimacy. The composition is centered yet fluid, with the figure reclining gracefully within the ornate frame of the armchair. Her pose—relaxed but introspective—creates a sense of harmony between the human form and the architectural rigidity of the chair. The artist’s sweeping, gestural brushstrokes provide movement and energy to the static pose. The curves of the body mirror the chair’s decorative elements, emphasizing the unity between the figure and her environment. The suggestion of a room or interior space in the background, with its gridded linear patterns, contrasts the organic softness of the figure and the chair. This juxtaposition adds visual interest while grounding the scene in a lived, tangible space. The combination of ultramarine blue and warm ochre paper continues to be a defining characteristic of the series, but here it feels especially poignant. The vivid blue of the figure and chair stands out against the muted background, emphasizing their significance while allowing the ochre to imbue the work with warmth and subtlety. The cool blue tones evoke calmness and introspection, while the warm ochre creates a sense of comfort and intimacy. This duality reflects the subject’s private moment—a mix of solitude, peace, and perhaps quiet contemplation. The figure’s pose—sitting with one leg bent and her arms lightly embracing herself—suggests vulnerability and self-reflection. There’s a narrative of quiet introspection, perhaps even self-care, that invites the viewer into a deeply personal moment. The elegant, almost regal armchair adds an element of formality or tradition to the scene. This contrast between the casual nudity of the figure and the structured formality of the chair lends the piece a timeless quality, connecting it to historical depictions of the reclining nude in fine art. The armchair recalls the opulence of classical interiors, reminiscent of Rococo or Baroque aesthetics. However, the loose, gestural style firmly situates the work in a contemporary context, bridging historical traditions with modern expression. Like many works in the series, "Private Moment" explores themes of solitude, introspection, and the intimate relationship between figure and space. The title emphasizes the personal, unguarded nature of the scene, making it feel both universal and deeply individual. "Private Moment" is a poignant, beautifully composed work that encapsulates the themes of intimacy, elegance, and reflection central to the "Nude in Interior" series. The artist’s expert use of ultramarine and ochre, combined with their dynamic gestural technique, creates a scene that feels timeless yet deeply personal. This piece stands as a testament to the artist’s ability to balance classical influences with modern sensibilities, making it a captivating and thought-provoking work. Artist Statement "I started by painting interiors, being interested in space and perspective through my studies. These scenes evolved, when I added the human figure. I focused more on the human figure and its relation to the background. The human figure is more present than ever in my paintings now. As a woman artist I’ve been preoccupied with the female form and its imagery. One of my goals was to capture the solitary moments and the nude’s relation to the surrounding space. My interest turned from depicting the space to rendering the atmosphere and the scene as a whole, the feeling a woman adds to the environment: warmth, desire, joy, a feeling of power and control, or the opposite – sadness, despair. Here is a collection of figurative paintings, exploring the nudes in interior spaces, seeing the nudes from my perspective, as a woman artist, considering the physical and spiritual realities of a woman’s body, in a new level of intimacy. My paintings are the opposite of objectifying a woman’s or a man’s anatomy. Painted works, featuring female nudes and a also men nudes, in a reversal of the male-artist/female-muse pattern, validate the feminine experience, defining myself through it. I was interested in how one experiences the body in a sensual form, and later focused on my own body, as I experience it myself, looking into the mirror and reconnecting. My work challenges the tradition of the nude by capturing my point of view, the gaze of a female painter, by using photography, drawings, sketches, and painting on canvas, for, both physical and psychological exploration. My art tries to create a visual language for emotion, beauty, feelings of intimacy and in the same time autonomy, captured with paint and vivid colors. My intense interest in color and the gestures of the brush strokes are the means I see and convey the subjects in space, as living, passionate beings." Paula Craioveanu
Category

2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Tempera, Pencil, Paper

SIESTA - original ultramarine large nude by Paula Craioveanu inspired Matisse
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Siesta", 100x70cm / 39x27.5in Nude in Interior, pencil and ultramarine tempera on paper, inspired by Matisse. Large drawing. Shipped rolled in a tube, from Florida, US. Check 1st Dibs offer FREESHIP coupon for items over $500. "Siesta" is a serene and visually arresting addition to the "Nude in Interior" series. It conveys a quiet intimacy and relaxation, perfectly encapsulated in its title. The reclining female figure, with legs elegantly extended upward, creates a sense of balance between stillness and subtle energy. The interplay of ultramarine tempera and the warm-toned paper once again demonstrates the artist’s ability to use limited color palettes to great emotional and visual effect. The ochre-like background provides a sunlit, tranquil atmosphere that pairs beautifully with the cool, calm energy of the ultramarine tempera. The artist’s choice of medium emphasizes contrast while imbuing the piece with a harmonious duality—warmth in the environment and coolness in the figure. The fluidity of the brushstrokes aligns with the theme of relaxation, while the vertical drips lend a dreamlike quality, as if the figure is melting into her surroundings. The looser strokes in the background contrast with the more defined lines of the figure, highlighting her as the focal point. The unconventional reclining pose, with legs extended upward, adds visual interest and a sense of lightheartedness to the piece. It suggests a playful yet completely relaxed moment, as though the figure is unwinding and stretching in the midst of a private, comfortable setting. The verticality of the legs and the drips juxtaposes with the horizontal lines in the background, creating a sense of structure and stability. This geometric balance anchors the composition and enhances the overall sense of calm. The artist has included abstract horizontal strokes in the background, reminiscent of blinds or a window. These subtle details suggest an interior space filled with sunlight and add depth without detracting from the figure’s prominence. The title, "Siesta," reinforces the narrative of rest and tranquility. The figure’s pose is unapologetically casual and unguarded, evoking the vulnerability and freedom found in moments of private repose. While other works in the series explore themes of introspection, passion, or desire, this piece focuses purely on physical and emotional relaxation. It offers a more subdued, meditative perspective, providing variety to the series while maintaining its stylistic coherence. The reclining nude is a recurring motif in art history, seen in works by Titian, Ingres, and Modigliani. However, this piece’s contemporary execution—fluid, minimalist, and abstracted—ties it more closely to modernist traditions, particularly the gestural energy of Egon Schiele or Matisse’s reclining nudes. The artist’s decision to leave much of the environment abstract enhances the piece’s timeless quality. The figure feels anchored in both a specific space (suggested by the window-like strokes) and an almost dreamlike, universal realm. "Siesta" is a masterful exploration of rest and serenity, demonstrating the artist’s ability to convey mood through form, color, and composition. The elegant simplicity of the figure, combined with the abstracted interior elements, invites the viewer to share in this peaceful moment. Its balance of gestural abstraction and classical themes makes it both timeless and distinctly modern. This piece is a beautiful representation of intimacy, calm, and the universal human experience of seeking rest. Artist Statement "I started by painting interiors, being interested in space and perspective through my studies. These scenes evolved, when I added the human figure. I focused more on the human figure and its relation to the background. The human figure is more present than ever in my paintings now. As a woman artist I’ve been preoccupied with the female form and its imagery. One of my goals was to capture the solitary moments and the nude’s relation to the surrounding space. My interest turned from depicting the space to rendering the atmosphere and the scene as a whole, the feeling a woman adds to the environment: warmth, desire, joy, a feeling of power and control, or the opposite – sadness, despair. Here is a collection of figurative paintings, exploring the nudes in interior spaces, seeing the nudes from my perspective, as a woman artist, considering the physical and spiritual realities of a woman’s body, in a new level of intimacy. My paintings are the opposite of objectifying a woman’s or a man’s anatomy. Painted works, featuring female nudes and a also men nudes...
Category

2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Tempera, Pencil, Archival Paper

ENTANGLED- original large blue love couple by Paula Craioveanu 39x27in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Entangled", large scale drawing pencil and ultramarine tempera on paper, inspired by Matisse. Couple in love, part of Nude in Interior series. Shipped rolled in a tube, from Florid...
Category

2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Tempera, Pencil, Archival Paper

Summer Blue - original large blue nude by Paula Craioveanu 39x27.5in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Summer Blue", pencil and ultramarine tempera on paper, inspired by Matisse. Part of Nude in Interior series. Nude shown in a Victorian interior, in a cinematic view. In a distorted ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Tempera, Pencil, Archival Paper

SILENCE - original large blue female nude by Paula Craioveanu 39x27.5in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Silence", pencil and ultramarine tempera on paper, inspired by Matisse. Part of Nude in Interior series. Large drawing. Shipped rolled in a tube. Size 39x27.5in /100x70cm Free shi...
Category

2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Tempera, Pencil, Archival Paper

Summertime - original large blue nude by Paula Craioveanu 39x27in
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
"Summertime", pencil and ultramarine tempera on paper, inspired by Matisse. Part of Nude in Interior series. Large drawing. Shipped rolled in a tube. Artist Statement "I started by ...
Category

2010s Contemporary Nude Drawings and Watercolors

Materials

Tempera, Pencil

Lady with Books 2 original painting by Paula Craioveanu 39x23in FRAMED
By Paula Craioveanu
Located in Forest Hills, NY
Lady with Books 1 Original painting. size 39x23in / 100x60cm . Shipped stretched, as it is, ready for hanging. Framed ! Artist Statement "I started by painting interiors, being in...
Category

2010s Contemporary Nude Paintings

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic

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