#Exhibit of the Month

The exhibit of the month for November is a rare glass goblet from the Sântana de Mureș-Chernyakhov cemetery, discovered in Tigheci. Dated to the second half of the 4th century AD, this remarkable artifact demonstrates the craftsmanship of the time, made from translucent greenish glass with a truncated cone shape and intricate geometric decoration. The goblet features three rows of hexagonal facets, framed by incised lines, and a row of elongated ovals under the rim, characteristics which classify it within Series VII A, according to E. Straume's classification. These ornamental traits hint at artistic influences from various regions and indicate the spread of technologies and ideas within the Sântana de Mureș-Chernyakhov culture.

Archaeological Context of the Discovery

The Sântana de Mureș-Chernyakhov cemetery at Tigheci is located in a historically complex area, positioned on the northwest slope of the Tigheci River, at the "La Lutărie" point. First identified in the 1980s following unauthorized clay extraction, the cemetery has suffered considerable damage, leading to the loss of valuable artifacts and the destruction of graves. Among the objects recovered by Mr. Ion Pușcașu, founder of the Museum of History and Ethnography in Tigheci, are wheel-thrown ceramic items reflecting the traditions and techniques of communities during the Migration Period.

The site was first archaeologically investigated in 1990, when a complete inhumation grave was found, though lacking any inventory. Subsequent surveys in 2013 and 2015 by the National Archaeological Agency revealed ongoing erosion damaging the cemetery, necessitating a rescue excavation in 2017. This campaign documented and investigated five graves from the Sântana de Mureș-Chernyakhov culture, including the skeletal remains of a male individual estimated to have been 40 to 45 years old at the time of death, offering additional insights into the demographic structure of this community.

Cultural Significance and Comparisons

The hexagonally faceted glass goblet is among the most valuable artifacts from the Tigheci cemetery. Similar goblets are characteristic of the Sântana de Mureș-Chernyakhov culture and have been found in notable sites such as Târgșor and Bârlad-Valea Seacă (Romania) and Gavrilovka, Ranjevoe (Ukraine), reflecting the cultural and trade connections of this community with other centers of influence in Late Antiquity. Ancient texts and cultural parallels suggest a complex interaction zone with Hellenistic and Roman influences, reflected in luxury goods production such as this glass goblet.

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“CONTRAST ARTS”

Ludmila Zastavniţchi-Şeremet

April 23 - May 23, 2021

On the 50th anniversary of the university lecturer at the Faculty of Textiles and Printing from the Technical University of Moldova, Ludmila Zastavniţchi-Şeremet, opens a personal painting exhibition at the National Museum of History of Moldova, the title "CONTRAST ARTS", which includes over 30 works, in the technique of watercolour (2020-2021) and pastel (made in 2011 dedicated to the Cubist style). The works represent the freedom of water colours on canvas or paper, the effect, the fluidity, the spontaneity of colours, the pictorial gesture that inspires the sensation of creating as many works as possible. The author is an admirer of nature, flowers, traditional objects, stylized by shapes, lines, colour, with major impact in the compositions of the works presented.

Visual artist, university lecturer at the Technical University of Moldova (1995-present), member of the Union of Visual Artists of the Republic of Moldova (since 2007), Ludmila Zastavniţchi-Şeremet was born on April 3, 1971, Sângerei, Republic of Moldova. Graduate of the State Pedagogical University "Ion Creangă" Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (1991-1995), master's degree in "Industrial Design", Faculty of Light Industry, UTM (1999-2000). The author released the painting album in 2013 and participated on TV programs with N. Canțer, the TV show "Atelier". Her works are exhibited in the classrooms of the faculty where she works, at private collections in the USA, Germany, Romania, Russia, Moldova.

Frequent participant since 2000 on the group national and international exhibitions of Union of Visual Artists of Moldova, such as "Spring Salons" "Autumn", "Salons of Moldova" Chisinau-Bacau, Romania, "C. Brâncuşi" exhibition centre in Chisinau, Salon of Teachers of Visual Arts in Chisinau Moldova.

First personal painting exhibition was organized at the exhibition centre "C. Brâncuși" Chisinau, R. Moldova (2008), then at the National Library (2008), Municipal Library "B. - P. Hasdeu" in Chisinau (2010), at the Art Gallery "Atrium" Chisinau (2013), French Alliance of Moldova (2015).

Author's nominations "Autumn 2010", "Saloons of Moldova 2012".

The exhibition will be displayed in the lobby on the floor of the National Museum of History of Moldova between April 23 and May 23, 2021.

The opening will be made online on April 23, 2021, at 13.00, on the museum's Facebook page.