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strachină

Unknown

1973

From the collection of National Museum of Bukovina

Contemporary

Dominant colour

strachină is a 1973 by Unknown, held at National Museum of Bukovina.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1973
Where can I see it?: National Museum of Bukovina

About this work

This round dish is covered in bright green leaves and yellow flowers. Around the edge, there are repeating patterns of what look like pinecones or stylized fruit. The center has a sun-like design with a small face in the middle, surrounded by more leaves and flowers. The colors are bold—green, yellow, and white stand out against a light background. The dish looks hand-painted, with thick, flat colors that don’t blend smoothly. The patterns repeat in a way that feels balanced but not stiff. The face in the sun might be a nod to traditional symbols, but it’s hard to tell without more context. If you like this style, check out chiaroscuro to see how light and shadow create depth in other artworks.