Romania

Architectural Gem: Bran Castle, Romania

Bran Castle stands as one of Romania’s most fascinating historical landmarks. Located near the city of Brașov, the castle is often…
Inspiration: “In Repaus,” by Nicolae Grigorescu

He was born in Pitaru, Dâmboviţa County, Wallachia now called Romania. In 1843 the family moved to Bucharest. At a young age (between 1846…
Inspiration: “Visare,” by Nicolae Grigorescu

He was born in Pitaru, Dâmboviţa County, Wallachia now called Romania. In 1843 the family moved to Bucharest. At a young…
Biography: Ștefan Luchian

Ștefan Luchian (1868–1916) was a Romanian painter associated with the Symbolist and Impressionist movements. He is considered one of the most…
Biography: Gheorghe Petrașcu

Gheorghe Petrașcu (1872–1949), a Romanian painter and one of the pioneers of modern Romanian art, left an indelible mark on the…
Inspiration: “Tiganca,” by Aurel Baesu

Aurel Baesu, a Romanian painter whose name might not resonate as loudly in the global art scene as some of his…
Inspiration: “Cap de Copil,” by Aurel Baesu

Aurel Baesu’s father was a government clerk employed by the prefecture of Suceava. He lost his mother at an early age…
Biography: Nicolae Grigorescu

Nicolae Grigorescu (1838-1907) was a prominent Romanian painter and one of the most influential artists of the 19th century in Romania.…