"Anisia Grozda : “the Romanian Blouse 1928”"
Anisia Grozda (20th century): "The Romanian blouse", oil on canvas mounted on cardboard 58.5 X 45.5 cm. Signed and dated 1928 lower right, titled "Românca" (Romanian) and countersigned with address on the back. Fixing holes in a frame around the edge. Twelve years ahead of Matisse's painting of the same subject, this one is still more classical! But, treated in a pretty touch with a nuanced palette and giving pride of place to the light, this young Romanian woman with a sweet smile posing seated leaning on the back of a chair, dressed in her most beautiful traditional outfit with rich embroidery and adorned with jewelry, is of a strong presence. My research on the Artist led me to a virtuoso pianist and a painter, probably the same one. To be explored further for those who speak Romanian! Do not hesitate to ask us for photos or additional information by email or telephone. Other photos and many other objects in our shops in Pau and Biarritz and on our website: galerielhoste.com.