Eleonora Romanescu honored with anniversary exhibitions and a commemorative coin
Eleonora Romanescu dedicated her life to art, painting according to the inspiration of her heart. She was honored in her home country on the centenary of her birth. Villagers paid tribute to her at the gymnasium in Leşeni, Teleneşti, which is named after her. The National Bank of Moldova issued a commemorative coin in her honor. Additionally, the "Constantin Brâncuşi" Gallery and the National Museum of Art of Moldova opened exhibitions to celebrate her legacy.
Eleonora Romanescu's landscapes and portraits captivated visitors with their beauty, depth, and expressive use of color.
"These works convey a profound emotional impact; it's not just about the technique, but the feelings they evoke. I really appreciate your unique color palette."
"The themes are quite diverse, showcasing all the nuances of the countryside, including vineyards and orchards, along with depictions of Aunt Dochia."
"Whenever we revisit her works, especially this collection at the Museum of Art, it feels as if we are experiencing them for the first time. The impression they leave is so powerful that it seems like something new," says the fine artist Ghenadie Jalbă.
"These works remind us of our youth and the romanticism that filled our souls in the 70s and 80s when most of them were created. They feel incredibly fresh, as if they were painted just yesterday," mentions Igor Isac, a filmmaker and writer from Bucharest.
The artist's most significant works have been carefully curated for this exhibition.
"As we commemorate a hundred years since her birth, we are pleased to present a rigorous selection of 36 artworks. While the Art Museum of Moldova holds a total of 117 works by the artist, thanks to her generosity, 48 of these have been donated ", Tudor Zbârnea, the museum director.
Monica Babuc, the director of the "M. Eminescu" Romanian Cultural Institute in Chisinau, reflects on artists' experiences during Soviet rule. She states "I think about how this talent was imposed, much like the constraints of socialist realism during that somber period. Many painters, including her, endured great hardships and suffering. Even then, she managed to persuade others, and I believe it was solely due to her truly extraordinary talent."
Eleonora Romanescu passed away in 2019 at the age of 93. She dedicated nearly seven decades to painting.
