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This remarkable portrait of Mihai Eminescu, created by artist Alexandru Gușanov, is based on one of the four known photographs of the poet. The photograph that inspired this portrait was taken in 1869 in Wenceslas Square, Prague, when Eminescu was only 19 years old. The oval composition and harmonious color palette highlight the prominent personality and charisma of the young poet, capturing an expression that conveys both melancholy and intellectual depth.
Alexandru Gușanov (1929-2005), a Moldovan painter of Ukrainian origin, distinguished himself through his extensive work, comprising approximately 5,000 pieces - portraits, landscapes, and still life paintings. Settled in Moldova since 1945, Gușanov graduated from the Republican Art School "I.E. Repin" in Chișinău in 1952. His works were showcased in numerous national and international exhibitions and were highly appreciated in countries such as France, Hungary, Russia, and Yugoslavia. The artist dedicated a significant part of his career to creating portraits of historical and cultural figures, including Dimitrie Cantemir, Mihail Kogălniceanu, and Alexei Mateevici, which are part of the National Museum of History of Moldova's collection.

The subject of the portrait, Mihai Eminescu (1850-1889), is the most significant poet in Romanian literature, whose works reflect profound thought, sensitivity toward nature, and national identity. At the age of 19, when the photograph that inspired this portrait was taken, Eminescu was in the midst of his intellectual formation, preparing to become the iconic voice of Romanian culture. Among his most famous works is the poem Luceafărul (The Morning Star), a masterpiece of universal literature.

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Interactive visit for children with hearing disabilities

October 4, 2022

On October 4, at the National Museum of History of Moldova, the Department of Public Relations and Museum Education in collaboration with the Professional School no. 11 for young people with hearing impairments from Chisinau, organized a beautiful activity, entitled "Words that are seen, gestures that are heard".

Together with the museographer Galina Mîrzac, in the Red Room, the students got to know Cucutenian vessels and culture, so that later, in our workshops, they will have the opportunity to make and paint their own vessels. Inspired by ancient paintings, the students created some splendid vessels that they were able to take home as souvenirs.

Young people who have hearing impairments are exposed daily to the risk of not being accepted or noticed by society. Most of them attended, starting from kindergarten, special institutions where they were helped by experts in sign language. In order to work, most would need the support of a mime and gesture interpreter, and in the Republic of Moldova, for approximately 5,000 people with hearing problems, only nine mime specialists are authorized.

This activity brought a bit of sunshine to our Museum. The children's happiness animated and motivated us to organize such interactive visits more often. We hope that, through such activities, we will sensitize public opinion, so that inclusive practices can be found in more institutions in the country.

The Museum always has its doors wide open for everyone.